Thoracic oncology
Thoracic cancer planning considers tumour type, stage, biomarkers and lung function. The team assesses whether local treatment, medicines or a combined approach is appropriate.
Treatments in this specialty
Procedure guides
Times are planning guides, not national averages or guaranteed schedules. They reflect published provider examples and patient guidance. The treating team confirms the individual plan, time needed near the clinic and fitness to travel. Waiting lists are not included.
Stereotactic body radiotherapy
Delivers precisely targeted, high-dose radiation in a small number of fractions to selected tumours outside the brain. Examples include certain early lung cancers and limited metastases. Suitability depends on target size, location and nearby organs.
- Time
- Lung example: usually within 2–3 weeks
- Appointments
- Lung example: 1, 3, 5 or 8 fractions
Immune checkpoint inhibitor therapy
Blocks signals that restrain immune responses, helping immune cells attack certain cancers. It is used only for eligible tumour types and stages; biomarker testing may be required. It is not a general immune booster or a treatment for every cancer.
- Time
- Repeated administrations; duration varies
- Appointments
- Drug example: every 3 or 6 weeks
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Clinical terms
Use these clinical terms when discussing a referral or looking for a provider. Focused care areas may sit within a broader medical specialty.
- Thoracic oncology
- Thorakale OnkologieGermanHrudní onkologieCzech
Treatments & services
Explore specific procedures, investigations and care services. The clinical team confirms which options fit the individual case.
Multidisciplinary oncology review
Pathology, stage and treatment planning.
Pulmonary lobectomy
Removal of a lung lobe for selected disease.
Molecular tumour profiling
Selected biomarkers for treatment decisions.
Stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT)
Focused radiation for selected targets.
Concurrent chemoradiotherapy
Combined drug and radiation treatment.
Immune checkpoint inhibitor therapy
Immunotherapy for eligible tumours.
Molecularly targeted therapy
Treatment matched to tumour characteristics.
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Planning your care
Ask the treating service for a written plan. Appointment numbers and time away depend on the procedure, results and individual needs.
- Does the team need pathology, staging or biomarker review before recommending treatment?
- Ask for a written calendar distinguishing treatment sessions or cycles, blood tests, review visits and possible inpatient care.
- Which symptoms need urgent attention, and who will provide support between treatments and after returning home?
Sources & availability
These references provide clinical background. The guide is not a confirmed service menu for every centre or both countries, and cited organisations are not necessarily RAUQ partners. Confirm eligibility, availability and international patient access with the centre.
Guide content and sources checked 29 October 2026.