New study aims to improve lung cancer detection in black smokers

NCT ID NCT05898594

First seen Jan 07, 2026 · Last updated Apr 28, 2026 · Updated 16 times

Summary

This study looks at whether low-dose CT scans are a good way to screen for lung cancer in Black individuals aged 50-80 who have smoked. Researchers want to see if this screening method works as well for this group as it has for others. The goal is to find lung cancer early and improve outcomes.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center

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    Boston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States

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  • University of Chicago

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    Chicago, Illinois, 60637, United States

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