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How accurate are chest xrays for finding lung cancer?
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Not very: Chest xrays are not regarded as good lung cancer screening tools. Ct-scan, while imperfect, is currently the best demonstrated screening tool for lung cancer. A proper protocol chest ct will use about the same radiation as a mammogram. http://goo.gl/b69an.
Answered 3/3/2014
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Not terribly: Chest x-rays are a poor method of screening for lung cancer in asymptomatic patients. The national lung screening trial validated low dose chest ct for screening. The us preventive services task force endorsed lung ct screening late last year. Individuals who have at least a 30 pack year history of smoking, who are still smoking or quit within 15 years, aged 55-80 are eligible.
Answered 9/26/2016
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