Lung Cancer Screening Knowledge and Perceived Barriers Among Physicians in the United States.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer death in the United States and has historically been detected late in its course. Low-dose computed tomography scan (LDCT) reduces lung cancer mortality by 20% and is currently recommended by clinical practice guidelines. However, compared with other cancer screening modalities, LDCT utilization remains low. This study surveyed office-based primary care physicians across the United States to better understand LDCT utilization.

Methods

A total of 1500 family and internal medicine physicians selected from the American Medical Association's physician master file were surveyed between April and July 2019 regarding LDCT practices, eligibility, clinical scenarios, and perceived barriers.

Results

The American Assoc

SUBMITTER: Kota KJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9234709 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature