A 79-year-old woman complaining of persistent cough presents to the clinic for chest x-ray. A small nodule is detected on the x-ray. Biopsy of the no

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Medicine
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Female Reproductive System & Breasts

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A 79-year-old woman complaining of persistent cough presents to the clinic for chest x-ray. A small nodule is detected on the x-ray. Biopsy of the nodule reveals adenocarcinoma containing progesterone receptors. Her past history is significant for endometrial carcinoma treated 2 years ago.

What is the most effective treatment for this patient?


A-Cytotoxic agents
B-Lobectomy
C-Progestin therapy
D-Radiotherapy