Outcomes of lung cancer screening by low-dose computed tomography in the health screening program

Journal of Thoracic Disease 2026 Open access

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Authors: Niwan Klinngam, Seksan Kittivanakul, Chatuthanai Savigamin, Nopparat Panthongwiriyakul, Orapan Poachanukoon, Uaiporn Bavonparadon, Duangduen Bunyasartphan, Voravarun Saehu, Jarungrat Raweearamwong, Phodjana Phodjanawichaikul, Wasin Jirisant, Patthraporn Laowakul
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DOI: 10.21037/jtd-2025-1-2450
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Abstract

Background: Low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) screening reduces lung cancer mortality among high-risk smokers, but data from Southeast Asia remain limited. This study evaluated the detection yield and risk factors of lung cancer among adults undergoing LDCT health screening in Thailand. Methods: We retrospectively reviewed 4,478 adults aged 18-85 years who underwent LDCT between January 2019 and December 2023 at a tertiary private hospital in Bangkok. Scans were performed using a Philips IQon Spectral CT (256-slice, 120 kV, 30 mA, 1 mm slice thickness, radiation dose

Fields of Study & Subjects

Lung Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Global Cancer Incidence and Screening Medical Imaging and Pathology Studies

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Thoracic Disease
Volume
18
Issue
2
Pages
108–108
Publication date
1 February 2026
Language
EN