Question

A 57-year-old with a 35-pack-year history quit smoking 10 years ago. Which statement is correct regarding lung cancer screening?

Accepted Answer

Annual low-dose CT is recommended from ages 50 to 80 for ≥20 pack-years within the past 15 years

Answer

Screening starts at age 55 for ≥30 pack-years only

Answer

Chest X-ray annually is recommended

Answer

LDCT should continue beyond age 80 if desired

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No screening is advised because he quit

Practice question

A 57-year-old with a 35-pack-year history quit smoking 10 years ago. Which statement is correct regarding lung cancer screening?