2024 World Conference on Lung Cancer (WCLC) - Posters-P2.04B.08 Terminology in Lung Cancer Screening and Early Detection - IASLC Early Detection and Screening Committee Recommendations

P2.04B.08 Terminology in Lung Cancer Screening and Early Detection - IASLC Early Detection and Screening Committee Recommendations

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The document outlines the recommendations set forth by the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC) Early Detection and Screening Committee to standardize terminology in lung cancer screening and early detection. The need for a common lexicon is highlighted to ensure all stakeholders, including healthcare professionals, patients, and policy makers, can communicate effectively using uniform terms. This is crucial as different professional societies might use the same terms with varying meanings or different terms for the same concepts.<br /><br />The committee, comprising experts from various institutions globally, has prioritized creating consensus definitions applicable across different practices involved in lung cancer diagnosis. The recommendations address the vocabulary related to statistical and clinical screening outcomes, such as true positive, false positive, positive predictive value, and others. Notably, the committee suggests terms like "findings with further action needed" in clinical communications to minimize confusion and improve understanding between clinicians and patients.<br /><br />Furthermore, the recommendations differentiate between terms used in screening contexts, such as "additional findings" versus "incidental findings," and emphasize using precise language like "aggressive/indolent tumor" instead of complex terms like "overdiagnosis."<br /><br />The committee aims to ensure that the terminology reflects the broader scope of thoracic imaging beyond just lung cancer, considering other diseases and comorbidities detected during screening. Overall, the document underscores the importance of clarity and consistency in terminology to facilitate more effective lung cancer screening and early detection on a global scale.

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Rudolf Huber

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Speaker Rudolf Huber

Topic Screening & Early Detection

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lung cancer

IASLC

early detection

standardize terminology

screening recommendations

healthcare communication

consensus definitions

clinical outcomes

thoracic imaging

global consistency