Can a simple CT scan catch lung cancer before It's too late?

NCT ID NCT07513818

Recruiting now Diagnosis Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study is testing whether low-dose CT scans can help find lung cancer early in people at high risk. About 20,000 adults aged 50-74 who are current or former heavy smokers will get a CT scan at the start, then again after 1 and 3 years. The goal is to see how many lung cancers are detected through this screening program.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: low-dose computed tomography (CT) scan
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that regular low-dose CT scans help catch lung cancer early in heavy smokers, potentially saving lives through earlier treatment.
What could go wrong: This is a large screening study, not a treatment trial. It may find many harmless nodules, leading to unnecessary follow-ups or anxiety. Also, results may not apply to other countries or lower-risk groups.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

lung cancer lung neoplasm Smoking Cessation

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

LUNG CANCER

Contacts and locations

Locations

HCL - Hôpital Lyon Sud
NOT_YET_RECRUITING

Lyon, France, 69495, France
Hôpital Cochin
RECRUITING

Paris, Île-de-France Region, 75014, France

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