Assessing factors influencing participation in LDCT lung cancer screening among high-risk urban populations in Nanjing, China.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Lung cancer remains a leading cause of cancer-related mortality in urban China, underscoring the urgency of effective screening programs. Despite the proven efficacy of low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) in reducing lung cancer mortality, participation rates among high-risk populations remain suboptimal. This study aspired to determine factors influencing LDCT screening adherence among high-risk individuals in Nanjing, China, as part of the China Urban Cancer Screening Project (CanSPUC).

Methods

A cross-sectional study was conducted from 2019 to 2023, involving 52,910 participants aged 45-74 years. High-risk individuals were identified using a modified Harvard Risk Index adjusted for Chinese demographics. Socio-demographic and clinical data were collected via que

SUBMITTER: Liu M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12278565 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature