💬In plain words
What the trial is, and whether it could suit you
The main objective is to estimate the detection rate of lung cancer in the population screened by low-dose chest CT scans.
Sign in to get the eligibility rules as simple questions to take to your doctor.
📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria:
* Adults aged 50-74 years
* Active or former smoker having quit less than 15 years ago
* Smoking history of at least 20 pack-years, or 15 cigarettes/day for 25 years or 10 cigarettes/day for 30 years
* Affiliation with a social security scheme
* Written informed consent prior to study participation
Temporary exclusion Criteria
* Chest CT scan performed within the previous 12 months
* Signs of respiratory infection (fever, productive cough)
Exclusion Criteria:
* Severe co-morbidities contraindicating exploration and/or management (including stereotactic surgery or radiotherapy) of lung cancers
* Poor general status (PS2 and above)
* Rest dyspnea (mMRC4)
* Cancer under active surveillance by thoracic computed tomography (CT pr PET-CT)
* Personal history of lung cancer
* Symptoms raising suspicion of lung cancer (hemoptysis, unexplained weight loss, recent onset or modification of respiratory symptoms,…)
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What it tests
- Low-dose computed tomography of the chest
HCL - Hôpital Lyon Sud
Lyon, France
Hôpital Cochin
Paris, France
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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