HIT Consultant September 11, 2024
What You Should Know:
– A new study presented at the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC) 2024 World Conference on Lung Cancer offers exciting possibilities for early lung cancer detection.
– Researchers at Phrapokklao Hospital’s Cancer Centre of Excellence in Bangkok, Thailand, used an AI-powered chest X-ray interpretation tool (qXR from Qure.ai) and found promising initial results.
Early Detection is Key
Lung cancer has one of the poorest survival rates among all cancers, primarily due to late diagnoses. Over two-thirds of cases are diagnosed at an advanced stage when curative treatment options are limited. Missed lung cancer diagnoses are a significant concern, both for patients and healthcare providers.
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