Low-dose CT (LDCT) scans are recommended for high-risk smokers aged 50-80. Regular chest x-rays aren't recommended due to limited survival benefits. LDCT scans can detect abnormal lung areas that may be cancerous
Enlarged lymph nodes are crucial for cancer staging and treatment monitoring. Current manual node measurement is time-consuming and prone to errors. Study uses 28 anatomical structures from TotalSegmentator tool
Enlarged lymph nodes in the chest area between lungs. Lymph nodes filter toxins and pathogens throughout body. Usually only observed through imaging tests
Nodules are firm growths that can develop anywhere in the body. Nodules can be both benign and cancerous. Many nodules go undetected during routine exams