A Study Using a New Ultra-low Dose CT Scanner to Find Lung Nodules

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to test the use of ultra-low dose CT scans to find lung nodules compared to the standard routine low dose CT scans.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria

Age18 to 99 years
Scheduled clinically-indicated low-dose chest CT scan for the purpose of nodule screening or follow-up
Initial scan is scheduled on a CT scanner at Mayo Clinic Rochester
Ability to provide written, informed consent

Exclusion Criteria

Pregnancy
Patient already scheduled on new FORCE CT scanner
Patient scheduled to undergo low dose lung cancer screening

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location	Status
Rochester, Minn. Mayo Clinic principal investigator Joel Fletcher, M.D.	Closed for enrollment

Mayo Clinic Location

Status

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Joel Fletcher, M.D.

Closed for enrollment

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