2022 World Conference on Lung Cancer (ePosters)-EP01.03-004. Should We Screen for Lung Cancer? A 10-Country Analysis Identifying Key Decision-Making Factors

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The presentation titled "Should We Screen for Lung Cancer? A 10-Country Analysis Identifying Key Decision-Making Factors" was given at the IASLC 2022 World Conference on Lung Cancer. The study focuses on the importance of early detection in improving the prognosis of lung cancer and the role of lung cancer screening programs in achieving this.<br /><br />The presentation highlights that lung cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer death globally, accounting for 20% of cancer-related deaths in 2021. Late and delayed diagnosis contribute to poor outcomes, emphasizing the need for early detection through screening programs. The effectiveness of low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) for lung cancer screening has been supported by clinical evidence from trials like the National Lung Screening Trial and the Dutch-Belgian Randomized Lung Cancer Screening Trial.<br /><br />However, despite the clinical evidence, the implementation of lung cancer screening programs remains limited worldwide. The study aims to investigate the decision-making process and factors influencing the implementation of these programs across different countries.<br /><br />The analysis categorizes countries into three groups: those with formal screening programs, those with programs in progress, and those that have decided against formal programs. Examples of countries in each category include Canada, Croatia, Japan, South Korea, the United States, Australia, Germany, the United Kingdom, France, and Switzerland.<br /><br />The study identifies a set of critical factors that governments consider when evaluating the opportunities and challenges of implementing lung cancer screening programs. These factors include addressing the burden of lung cancer, generating evidence on the risk-benefit of a formal program, and considering local dynamics and context.<br /><br />The presentation also emphasizes the need for additional research on barriers to program uptake, integration of screening programs with preventive services, and the impact of new screening technologies on decision-making factors.<br /><br />Overall, the study provides insights into the decision-making process and factors influencing the implementation of lung cancer screening programs, highlighting the importance of early detection in reducing lung cancer mortality.

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Charlotte Poon

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Speaker Charlotte Poon

Topic Early Detection and Screening - Implementation

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lung cancer

screening programs

early detection

prognosis

clinical evidence

low-dose computed tomography

decision-making factors

implementation

countries

barriers to program uptake