Question

A 63-year-old former smoker (quit 12 years ago) with 30 pack‑years asks about lung cancer screening cessation. He is 76 years old. What does USPSTF recommend?

Accepted Answer

Discontinue screening at age 80 or when abstinent for 15 years

Answer

Continue annual LDCT until age 85 if ever‑smoked

Answer

Stop screening at age 75 regardless

Answer

Stop screening after 15 years of abstinence or age >80

Answer

whichever comes first

Practice question

A 63-year-old former smoker (quit 12 years ago) with 30 pack‑years asks about lung cancer screening cessation. He is 76 years old. What does USPSTF recommend?