Arrival
- Transfer from airport to hotel or clinic.
- Assistance with paperwork and patient registration.
- Settling into hospital room or nearby hotel.
Diagnostics
- Initial consultation with oncologist.
- CT scan to visualize the cancer"s location.
- PET scan to check for metastasis.
- Biopsy to confirm the diagnosis and determine the cancer type.
Treatment plan development
- Discussion about the prognosis and treatment options.
- Development of individual treatment plan with oncology team.
Treatment
- Chemotherapy to destroy cancer cells, usually under sedation.
- Radiation therapy to target specific cancer sites.
- Palliative care to manage symptoms and improve quality of life.
Follow-up
- Regular health check-ups to monitor progress.
- CT scans every few months to monitor the cancer.
Rehabilitation
- Physiotherapy sessions for strength and mobility.
- Nutrition consultations to maintain a balanced diet.
Note: Only a doctor can determine a diagnostic and treatment plan, as it"s individual and depends on the patient"s overall health, the type of lung cancer, and its stage. Other diagnostic options could include MRI scans or bone scans. Additional treatment options might include targeted therapy, immunotherapy, or clinical trials.