A lung cancer diagnosis often comes with unfamiliar and intimidating terminology. Among the most common and confusing distinctions patients encounter is whether their cancer is classified as adenocarcinoma or squamous cell carcinoma. While both are types of non–small cell lung…
A pathology report can quietly shape the entire course of medical care. Whether it follows a biopsy, surgery, or screening test, this document often determines a diagnosis, influences treatment options, and affects long-term outcomes. Yet pathology reports are written in…
Receiving a pathology report can be overwhelming, especially when it includes unfamiliar medical phrases that seem important but unexplained. One phrase that often stands out is “reviewed at tumor board.” For many patients and caregivers, this wording raises questions. Is…
