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Thoracic Oncology Glossary
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ECOG performance status ECOG
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IVT
A standardized scale (0-5) used to assess a cancer patient's functional status and ability to tolerate treatment.
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immune checkpoint inhibitor
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IVT
A class of immunotherapy drugs that block proteins preventing immune system activation, allowing enhanced anti-tumor imm...
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