Although the mortality rate of lung cancer has been decreasing since 1999, not all demographic groups have experienced the same rates of decrease, and disparities in outcomes are still prevalent. Vulnerable subgroups need targeted interventions, such as the incorporation of patient navigators, improved screening chest CT scan access and follow-up, and telehealth expansion, which will improve the likelihood of earlier-stage diagnoses and the potential for curative treatments.
Keyphrases
- computed tomography
- cardiovascular events
- dual energy
- risk factors
- case report
- physical activity
- affordable care act
- image quality
- healthcare
- contrast enhanced
- cardiovascular disease
- magnetic resonance imaging
- emergency department
- type diabetes
- coronary artery disease
- climate change
- cancer therapy
- metabolic syndrome
- electronic health record
- health insurance