Lung Cancer

Lung cancer is the leading cause of death from cancer for both men and women in Australia.

There are substantially higher lung cancer mortality rates amongst rural/remote Australians, amongst lower socioeconomic groups and amongst Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Survival rates for people with lung cancer is poor because many lung cancers are first diagnosed at an advanced stage.

In Australia, around 85% of lung cancer cases in men and 70% in women are estimated to be a result of smoking tobacco, according to the Cancer Council. Second-hand smoking, exposure to asbestos, occupational substances, family history and old age also contribute to the cause of lung cancer.

Visit the Cancer Council website for more details.

Cancer Council Lung Cancer Guide

Know the signs

Early detection can save your life, if you experience any of the below symptoms make an appointment with your general practitioner.

shortness of breath
changes to the voice such as hoarseness
chest pain
coughing or spitting up blood
a new cough that does not go away
chest infection that lasts more than three weeks or keeps coming back
enlarged fingertips
loss of appetite / unexplained weight loss
tiredness

Or are a long-term smoker or were and have quit in the last 15 years, it is worth to speak to your doctor about a high-resolution chest CT scan to investigate lung disease which is equipped to catch the subtle signs before they escalate.

Low-Dose Chest CT Scan: Detect Lung Cancer Early

Radiology is vital in the fight against lung cancer because it enables early detection, accurate diagnosis, and precise monitoring of the disease. Lung cancer often doesn’t show symptoms until its later stages, making early diagnosis difficult without advanced imaging techniques. Radiology, particularly through low-dose CT (computed tomography) imaging, plays a crucial role in identifying lung cancer at its earliest and most treatable stages.

CT imaging is especially important in lung cancer screening and diagnosis because of its ability to produce detailed cross-sectional images of the lungs. This allows radiologists to detect even small nodules or abnormalities that may indicate cancer, long before they are visible on traditional X-rays or cause noticeable symptoms. Early detection through CT scans has been proven to significantly reduce lung cancer mortality by allowing treatment to begin sooner.

In addition to diagnosis, CT imaging is also essential for staging lung cancer, helping doctors determine the extent of the disease and whether it has spread to other parts of the body. This information is critical in planning the best treatment strategy, whether it’s surgery, radiation therapy, or chemotherapy. Regular CT scans are also used to monitor the effectiveness of treatment and detect any signs of recurrence, ensuring the patient receives timely care throughout their lung cancer journey.

EARLY DETECTION COULD SAVE YOUR LIFE!

Talk to your doctor today about how a medical imaging scan can assess your risk.

Lung Cancer

Know the signs

Low-Dose Chest CT Scan: Detect Lung Cancer Early

EARLY DETECTION COULD SAVE YOUR LIFE!

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