Screening & Detection for Lung Cancer

Lung cancer usually develops and spreads for years without causing symptoms, making it difficult to detect at an early stage.

Lung cancer symptoms

• Persistent cough
• Hoarseness or wheezing
• Shortness of breath
• Sputum (spit or phlegm) streaked with blood
• Recurring bronchitis or pneumonia
• Weight loss or loss of appetite
• Chest pain

Who Should be Screened?

Benefits related to lung cancer screening have been clearly proven for the following individuals:

• Adults between the ages of 50 and 77
• A 20 pack-year smoking history
• A current smoker or someone who has quit smoking within the last 15 years
• Individuals who are asymptomatic (no signs/symptoms of lung cancer)
• Patients should be in good enough health to withstand and recover from surgery and oncology treatment