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This research aims to evaluate the implementation and outcomes of a lung cancer screening program using low-dose CT in Greece.

March 21, 2026Open Access

356P Implementing low-dose CT lung cancer screening in Greece: Results from a nationwide multicentre pilot programme

SLS. LampakiG. Papanikolaou General Hospital KGK. GourgoulianisUniversity of Thessaly ATA. TzouvelekisUniversity of Patras

Key Points

This research aims to evaluate the implementation and outcomes of a lung cancer screening program using low-dose CT in Greece.
Conducted a nationwide multicentre pilot program for lung cancer screening.
Utilized low-dose CT for initial screenings and tracked follow-up protocols.
Examined the role of miRNA profiling for risk-stratification.
Highlights the need for proper follow-up after inconclusive initial CT results.
Indicates that patient follow-up can span multiple years.
Suggests miRNA profiling at baseline may enhance personalized follow-up strategies.

Abstract

3 1, 6, 3, 3 6, 12 12, 3 Total number of CTs 5 2 4 3 3 Positive bloodbased miRNA not available At surgery At baseline At baseline and surgery At baseline Postoperative UICC Stage IA2 IB IA1 IA1 IA1 *Time between scans. Conclusions:The data highlights the necessity of follow-up after initial indetermined CTs in Lung Cancer Screenings.It also highlights that this can take multiple years to adequately follow-up patients.miRNA profiling at baseline may be a promising option for risk-stratification as well as personalized follow-up intervals.

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