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Apr 2025
46m 31s

Lung Cancer

NINJA NERD
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Send us a text Ninja Nerds, Welcome to the Ninja Nerd Podcast with Zach and Rob! In this episode, we discuss Lung Cancer, a leading cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide. We explore the pathophysiology, risk factors, and key differences between non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and small cell lung cancer (SCLC) to help you master this complex topic. ... Show More
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