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How accurate is a ct scan for lung cancer?

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Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Pretty accurate: Although there are obviously size limits of what can be seen, it is very good for seeing nodules which can be lung cancer. If that is suspected, it is a good test to do. Good luck.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 6/5/2017

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

CT Chest: has a high sensitivity for detecting lung cancer, approximately 95%, so CT will detect the vast majority of lung cancers.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/6/2017

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