Ioannis Vlahos MRCP, FRCR, Presenter: Research Consultant, Siemens AG Research Consultant, General Electric Company

1) Summarize the origins, basis and rationale of the current TNM classification of lung cancer. 2) Discuss the strengths and limitations of the current system and how to practically address these 3) Highlight areas where current radiology, oncological, surgical and pathological best practice and evolving knowledge in these area are progressing beyond the current staging system.

Vlahos, I, Non-small Cell Lung Cancer Staging: Concepts and Controversies.  Radiological Society of North America 2014 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, - ,Chicago IL. http://archive.rsna.org/2014/14000759.html