Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Non-small cell lung cancer is the most common type of lung cancer, with three different types: adenocarcinomas, squamous cell carcinomas and large cell carcinomas. The biggest risk factor for developing lung cancer is smoking, however there are people who have never smoked that still develop lung cancer. Additional risk factors include air pollution, working with or near cancer-causing chemicals and exposure to radiation therapy. Some symptoms of lung cancer are coughing, shortness of breath, loss of appetite, weight loss, fatigues, joint pain, change of voice, eyelid drooping and more. Although your lung cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming, there are many treatment options for you out there.
Massive Bio’s number one priority is to create positive outcomes for cancer patients and give access to treatment options hassle-free. We know that finding a clinical trial that is right for you can be a difficult process, but with the Clinical Trial Matching Service and Virtual Tumor Board, the process of finding the right clinical trial for you is simple.
Cancer clinical trials are important for improving cancer treatment. By participating in a clinical trial, you can find the best treatment for your non-small cell lung cancer and help find and prove new ways to fight cancer in the process. Your enrollment in a clinical trial will not only benefit you, but also benefit other cancer patients and cancer research all together. Our matching service matches you to clinical trials based on cancer type, stage of disease, biomarker status, geographical location, past medical history and more.
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Treatment Options
The treatment options available for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) are mainly based on the cancer’s stage, however, health status, lung function and other factors may come into play when determining the right treatment.
Treatments include surgery for the earlier stages, laser therapy, targeted and immunotherapies for more advanced stages, photodynamic therapy for either early or late stages, and chemotherapy for any stage.
Effects of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Uncomfortable Symptoms
Some of the symptoms for non-small cell lung cancer include exhaustion, coughing, shortness of breath, pain in the chest, loss of appetite, coughing up blood, sudden weight loss.
Treatment Effects
Some side effects of treatment include pain weakness, shortness of breath, hair loss, diarrhea, loss of appetite, nausea, bleeding or clotting problems, skin problems, heart damage or high blood pressure.
Risk Factors
Tobacco and smoking, being exposed to asbestos or radon gas, genetics and other substances are all risk factors for a being at higher risk of getting NSCLC
Why Join A Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Clinical Trial?
Clinical trials offer early access to new treatments, procedures and research by medical professionals.
In a clinical trial, you will be eligible for new treatments, procedures and research done by professional in the medical field, who use these trials to provide testing for you and future patients with similar condition. With your participation, you are not only helping yourself, but also helping new practices and treatments be approved for standard treatment, which in turn helps future NSCLC patients.
Massive Bio offers free clinical trial matching services that include:
- A patient advocate reaching out to you for your medical history and information
- A close analysis and review of your case to provide the best clinical trial matches available
- A report of the best active clinical trials for your specific case and guidance throughout the enrollment process
Our Artificial Intelligence-based technology registers your information and provides clinical trial matches sent to you by our patient advocates. Our team of experts make sure that your clinical trial match report is as detailed and personalized to your cancer case as possible.
Benefits
Find Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Clinical Trials
No need for travel
Our clinical trial matching services are delivered virtually, which means there is no need to travel to any physical clinical trial sites until the enrollment process is completed. Our team helps guide you through eligibility of nearby trials to find the best matches possible and awaits enrollment before any traveling is needed.
Pre-screening for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Clinical Trials
Our team reviews your specific case and determines the best matches based on disease stage, biomarkers, geographic location and medical history to confirm your eligibility to the best clinical trials near you.
Find the Best Option is our Priority
Our top priority is to ensure that you have the best clinical trial matches available. With our patient advocate assistance and oncology expert approved AI-technology platform, you will be provided the most personalized matches possible.
Guidance During the Enrollment Process
Our patient advocated will provide guidance throughout the trial matching, qualifying and enrollment processes. Our team is also always available for any questions or concerns you may have.
We Put You First
We know there are many difficulties after a small cell lung cancer diagnosis. We have various resources to support your fight against cancer.
We provide resources to explore different treatment options, clinical trial access and understand the latest therapies.
We review your case and provide a list of options from the more than 30,000 available clinical trials around the world.
Mission
We are unwavering in our commitment to create a world without cancer. We believe all people should have equal access to leading edge therapies and new-emerging clinical trials, regardless of where they live or their ability to pay.
Vision
Massive Bio will become the hub to connect patients to the best treatments available, including clinical trials. We will be the preferred partner for Patients, Healthcare Providers, Pharmaceutical Companies, and Clinical Research Organizations as we will create a space where we will connect the right patient, with the right treatment at the right time and place.
Testimonials
"There were times when I felt Massive Bio was the only champion I had working toward my acceptance into the clinical trial!"
Massive Bio preformed a vital role in my acceptance into the clinical trial. There were times when I felt Massive Bio (Kristin Johnston) was the only champion I had working toward my acceptance into the clinical trial!
“The initial report and clinical trial recommendations was excellent.”
So far, my experience with Massive Bio has been very positive. My initial interaction with case manager was informative and he provide me with the proper forms to be completed. The initial report and clinical trial recommendations was excellent. The report provided a details summary of my complete cancer medical history including test results, chemotherapy treatments (which revealed an error in the history on file at one medical institution), and procedures. My follow up conversation with oncology nurse was professional, informative and educational. She spent a lot of time with me reviewing the clinical trial options, answering my questions on my current chemotherapy treatment regiment, and was proactive regarding follow up and next steps. I look forward to working with Massive Bio on my current cancer journey and hope that they can assist me with combatting and winning this battle.
"There is absolutely no need to look for another expert service in cancer treatment advisory other than Massive Bio."
The service Massive Bio provides is very special, going beyond other oncology services. They combine second opinion and precision oncology, taking into consideration patients’ requests and previous treatments. They provide reports from US-based physicians within a week; the diagnosis and treatment suggestions their doctors and team recommend are really personalized and sophisticated. I wish every cancer patient could get an evaluation from Massive Bio. There is absolutely no need to look for another expert service in cancer treatment advisory other than Massive Bio. I congratulate the team that now provides new opportunities for cancer patients.
"Massive Bio gave my mother and our family a new lease on hope and time."
Dealing with a cancer, where all the standard options are limited, Massive Bio helped make the case for new immunotherapy which was selected specifically based on my my mother’s treatment challenges. When our oncologist left, Massive Bio took us that much further.
"I have the confidence of knowing that my plan is based on the most current science as it applies to my cancer type."
My experience with Massive Bio was professional and satisfying. As a stage 4 cancer patient seeking a second opinion and treatment plan due to recurrence of a stomach tumor, I did not have time to lose negotiating the customary hurdles of my HMO insurance plan. I needed to quickly get opinions of recognized leaders in the field. The concept of a Virtual Tumor Board with quality doctors and health care professionals affiliated with Massive Bio was appealing. I was convinced this approach was worth a try...and I was not disappointed. After meticulously collecting details about past diagnoses, treatments, and tests, a thorough report was submitted to both me and my primary oncologist within days. The treatment plan prioritized strategies and reviewed clinical trials appropriate to my case. The plan was so thorough, well conceptualized, and clearly written that my oncologist and I had only a few questions. Those that we did raise were answered quickly and concisely.
Do You Have Any Questions?
- Be one step closer to finding small cell lung cancer treatments.
- A second opinion without leaving home by US oncologists.
- If you have relapsed, or current therapy has failed, there are more options for you.
- Access to clinical trials & immunotherapy treatment options.
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Frequently Asked Questions Related to Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- We request your medical records through fax and our medical records specialists review them.
- You will receive your results via email in 7-10 business days after your medical records are received.
- We will call you to discuss the report and any questions or concerns you have
- You won’t need to travel to a clinical trial site until you are enrolled in the trial
- Confirm trial and insurance eligibility
- Forward medical records
- Resolve financial assistant issues
- Schedule first appointment