Can a simple scan save more lives? new study targets lung cancer in black smokers

NCT ID NCT05898594

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study aims to see if low-dose CT scans are a good way to screen for lung cancer in Black individuals aged 50-80 who have smoked. Researchers will enroll 900 participants to check how many people join the study and how well the scans find cancer. The goal is to improve early detection in a group that often faces higher risks.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

lung carcinoma lung neoplasm lung cancer prevention target

As listed by the trial registrant

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

LUNG CANCER LUNG CARCINOMA

Contacts and locations

Locations

Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center
RECRUITING

Boston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States
University of Chicago
RECRUITING

Chicago, Illinois, 60637, United States

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