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Orlando Health Shows Advanced Lung Cancer-fighting Robots
OCOEE, Fla. - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says lung cancer is the third most common cancer in the United States.
More men and women in the United States die from lung cancer than any other kind, according to the CDC. At Orlando Health, doctors gave us a look at the multi-million-dollar tools they use to find lung cancer at its earliest stages.
"If you currently smoke or previously smoked, and you're over 50 years old, please see your doctor. Cancer screening is the only thing that has been proven to increase survival from lung cancer," said Dr. Ali Jiwani, MD, from Orlando Health Cancer Institute's Interventional Pulmonology department.
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One of the machines Orlando Health uses to find cancer cells in the lungs, called nodules, is the ION Robot.
"It allows us to go through someone's mouth, into their lungs, and find a lung nodule anywhere in the lungs, no matter how far out it is or whatever anatomy, and biopsy it with the utmost precision," Jiwani said.
Before they used this machine, doctors had to stick long needles into patients' chests to do biopsies - which could collapse their lungs. Doctors said using the ION Robot was much safer. In the two-and-a-half years since they've had the ION Robot, they've used it to diagnose more than 1,500 patients.
MORE HEADLINES:The other device they use is called a Da Vinci machine. A doctor remotely controls its spider-like arms to cut out cancerous lung tissue when they find it.
"So what it allows us to do is have better visualization, because it's 3D, magnified, with better, smaller instruments that move inside the patient, similar to the human hand," said Dr. Luis Hererra, MD, from Orlando Health Cancer Institute's Thoracic Surgery department.
Orlando Health officials said the best thing you could do to keep from developing lung cancer is not to smoke. They also said the survival rate was better for cancers detected early.
"Early detection is essential because finding the disease earlier gives the patients more opportunities for a cure," Hererra said.
The American Cancer Society recently widened its guidelines for current and former smokers who should be screened annually. Now, people ages 50 to 80 who've been smoking or smoked a pack a day or more for more than 20 years should get tested every year.
Uncommon Risk Factors For Lung Cancer In The Black Community
Lung cancer remains a significant health concern for all communities, but within the Black community, there are often hidden risk factors that contribute to higher rates of this disease. While smoking is a well-known risk factor for lung cancer, other, less commonly discussed factors play a role in this disparity. Here, we aim to shed light on these lesser-known risk factors, including environmental exposures, genetic influences, and healthcare disparities, to provide an understanding of the unique challenges our community faces.
Environmental ExposuresOne of the lesser-known risk factors for lung cancer in the Black community is exposure to environmental pollutants.
Historically, Black neighborhoods have been disproportionately located near industrial sites, factories, and highways, leading to higher levels of air pollution.
Prolonged exposure to these pollutants, such as fine particulate matter and carcinogenic chemicals, can significantly increase the risk of lung cancer.
Solution: Advocacy for cleaner air and environmental justice is crucial. Raising awareness about the importance of clean, safe neighborhoods and pushing for stricter regulations can help reduce these environmental risks.
Genetic FactorsGenetic predisposition can also contribute to higher lung cancer rates among Black individuals.
Recent research has revealed that some genetic variations may make certain individuals more susceptible to lung cancer, even in the absence of smoking. These genetic factors can be more prevalent within the Black community, further increasing the risk.
Solution: Increased genetic testing and awareness can help individuals understand their genetic risk factors, allowing for early detection and preventive measures.
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Healthcare DisparitiesHealthcare disparities, unfortunately, continue to impact the Black community. Unequal access to
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