New program aims to catch lung cancer early by boosting screening rates

NCT ID NCT06000683

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of California, Irvine Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Feb 03, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 14 times

Summary

This study tested a program to help more people at high risk for lung cancer get a low-dose CT scan, which can catch the disease early and save lives. The program included notifying doctors, educating patients, offering financial help, and reminding patients to talk about screening during their visit. 79 people aged 50-80 with a heavy smoking history took part. The goal was to see if these steps increased the number of screening orders and completed scans within six months.

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UCI Health - Costa Mesa

Costa Mesa, California, 92627, United States
UCI Health - Laguna Hills

Laguna Hills, California, 92653, United States
UCI Health - Newport Beach MacArthur

Newport Beach, California, 92660, United States
UCI Health - Tustin

Tustin, California, 92670, United States
UCI Health Gottschalk Medical Plaza

Irvine, California, 92697, United States
UCI Health-Yorba Linda

Yorba Linda, California, 92886, United States
UCI Medical Center

Orange, California, 92868, United States

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LUNG CANCER