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What is the definition or description of: small lung nodules?

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

Fleischner Society: Guidelines define a small lung nodule as less than 8mm in diameter

Dr Connerly and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/24/2018

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