Dtsch Arztebl Int
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Lung cancer is the most common cause of death among all types of cancer in Germany, with an annual death rate of 45 000 patients. Over the past 15 years, innovations in diagnosis and treatment have prolonged the survival of patients with non-small-cell lung cancer in all tumor stages. ⋯ In addition to the implementation of lung cancer screening in high-risk populations, the further development and consistent implementation of personalized diagnosis and treatment in certified lung cancer centers can be expected to prolong survival and improve the patients' quality of life.
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Recent studies have shown that the incidence of colorectal cancer among younger persons is rising. We investigated incidence trends and survival in the German federal state of North Rhine-Westphalia. ⋯ The incidence of colorectal tumors has remained constant in persons under age 55 and declined in persons aged 55 and older. Nonetheless, the incidence of neuroendocrine tumors and of small and well-differentiated tumors has risen in both age groups. The trends among younger persons and the rise in neuroendocrine tumors merit further study.