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3b squamous nsclc. radiation shrunk tumor by more than half. begin abraxane/carboplatin on 3/3/ is this effective? is it the preferred course?
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Good choice : I m sorry about your cancer. This regimen is very likely to help and get you some more good time.
Answered 2/17/2016
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