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CT Lung Cancer Screening

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What Is CT Lung Cancer Screening?

CT Lung Cancer Screening is a CT scan which evaluates your lungs for any signs of lung cancer. This screening tool is intended for individuals considered to be at high risk for developing lung cancer. The advanced CT scan provides a rapid examination of your lungs and is designed to detect small nodules (possible cancers) that may be present but not yet visible on a standard chest X-Ray. Recent research suggests that detection of these nodules at a very small size may dramatically improve likelihood of survival of lung cancer.

For more information on this and other radiology procedures, please visit: www.radiologyinfo.com

Who Needs A CT Lung Cancer Screening?

We recommend that you consult your physician to see if you are a candidate for this exam. CT Lung Cancer Screenings may be performed on patients 60 years of age or older with at least a 10-pack-year smoking history. Pack-year history is calculated by multiplying the number of years smoking by the number of packs per day. (National data shows that 83% of lung cancers are currently diagnosed in patients over 60). Other candidates include patients between 50 and 60 years of age with at least a 20-30 pack-year smoking history or with risk factors such as asbestos exposure or obstructive airway disease.

What Should I Expect?

If your scan is normal, you may wish to obtain a repeat study in one year.

If the radiologist detects a pulmonary nodule that raises concern, you may be asked to return for a diagnostic CT test. Frequently, nodules detected on the screening exam are subsequently revealed to be benign granuloma or scars on the diagnostic study.

Therefore, an initially positive screening test does not mean you have lung cancer. Additional charges for the diagnostic scan, and for any additional tests that may be needed will usually be covered by insurance. In some cases, a small nodule may be detected which is not considered suspicious, and you may be asked to return for periodic rechecking of the nodule to be sure it is benign (not cancerous).

How Do I Make An Appointment?

If you would like to make an appointment, please call (609) 585-8800 and select option 5. Or you can request an appointment on line.