TNM 9THSCLC Staging Framework (VALSG/AJCC)
Clinical Extent
Staging Nuance
While the AJCC TNM 9th Edition provides detailed anatomic staging, the VALSG system (Limited vs Extensive) remains the primary driver of treatment decisions in clinical practice for SCLC.
Guidelines & Evidence
Verified
Last Review: 2026
Last Comprehensive Review: 2026
