![]() ![]() ![]() Efforts should be focused on supporting patients to quit smoking and to reduce exposures to second-hand smoke. 1 Smoking after a cancer diagnosis increases the risk of all- cause and cancer specific mortality, adverse effects on treatment outcomes, and increases the risk of recurrence or secondary cancers. Tobacco remains the most significant cause of lung cancer. ![]() This guideline was developed in collaboration with the BC Cancer Primary Care Program (Family Practice Oncology Network) and was based on a guideline adaptation approach including a recent systematic search of the evidence. Recommendations include the clinical assessment and appropriate referral of patients to a specialist. This guideline provides recommendations for primary care providers, for the investigation and management of adult patients (≥19 years of age) who present with signs or symptoms suggestive of lung cancer. Palliative Care and Advance Care Planning.Communication along the Continuum of Care.Updated Screening Information: July, 2022 ![]()
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