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Hi i had a chest x-ray which came back clear. i then had a ctpa scan done which also came back clear for lung masses,nodules and a list of other things. is this enough to rule out lung cancer. im extremely worried. thank you ?
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A negative "CTpa" is a good sign, but does not "rule out" lung cancer completely. Follow-andup with the physician who ordered the study for guidance about further testing.
Answered 7/28/2023
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A CT scan x-ray of the chest screening rules out lung cancer vast majority the time. If the findings are suspicious or a nodule further evaluation is needed. Consult the physician who ordered the test.
Answered 7/29/2023
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