Disparities in Lung Cancer Screening: Demographic and Socioeconomic Influences.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer mortality in the U.S. Low-dose computed tomography is recommended for lung cancer screening in high-risk patients. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force updated its recommendation for lung cancer screening in March 2021 to expand eligibility. This study aims to assess lung cancer screening rates and identify factors influencing lung cancer screening uptake under the new recommendations in Southeast Michigan.

Methods

A retrospective analysis was conducted on lung cancer screening-eligible patients from April 2021 to December 2023. Patients' demographics, clinical, and socioeconomic factors were extracted from electronic medical records. Multivariable logistic regression was used to identify factors associated with lung

SUBMITTER: Mulhem E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12589912 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature