Effectiveness of NELSON versus PLCOm2012 lung cancer screening eligibility criteria in Germany (HANSE): a prospective cohort study

Key Points

• To compare the effectiveness of NELSON and PLCOm2012 lung cancer screening eligibility criteria in Germany.
• Prospective cohort study conducted in Germany
• Included various participants subject to different screening criteria
• Evaluated eligibility rates and screening outcomes
• Identified differences in screening eligibility between NELSON and PLCOm2012 criteria
• Provided insights into the effectiveness of each eligibility criterion
• Revealed implications for lung cancer screening practices in Germany