Globally, lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death and the high mortality rate for lung cancer is primarily due to late-stage presentation when cure is unlikely. The Pan-Canadian Early Detection of Lung Cancer Study (PanCan Study) had the general aim of identifying ways to detect lung cancer at an early, potentially curable stage.

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Prospective Evaluation of Selection Criteria for Lung Cancer Screening with Low-dose Thoracic Computed Tomography and Standardized System for Nodule Management – An International Study