Noun
carcinoma of the lungs; one of the commonest forms of cancer
Source: WordNetAbout 10% of people with lung cancer do not have symptoms at diagnosis; these cancers are incidentally found on routine chest radiography. Source: Internet
A doctor's visit confirmed that he had advanced lung cancer. Source: Internet
A common, widespread cancer, non-small cell lung cancer is the cause of death in more people than breast, colorectal, and prostate cancer together. Source: Internet
According to the EPA, the risk of lung cancer for smokers is significant due to synergistic effects of radon and smoking. Source: Internet
Across the developed world, 90% of lung cancer deaths in men during the year 2000 were attributed to smoking (70% for women). Source: Internet
After years of chain smoking and general poor health, Desmond succumbed to lung cancer in 1977 following one last tour with Brubeck. Source: Internet