Evaluating lung cancer screening benefits and risks for Veterans
Lung cancer screening for Veterans: measuring real-world benefit and harms
This study is looking at how well lung cancer screening works for Veterans, who may have different health challenges than those in earlier studies, to help figure out which Veterans might benefit the most from screening.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Veterans Affairs Med Ctr San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10921371 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the real-world effectiveness and potential harms of lung cancer screening (LCS) specifically for Veterans, who often have multiple health issues compared to participants in previous trials. The study aims to create two cohorts to assess how well LCS works in the VA system and to identify health metrics that can predict which Veterans will benefit from screening. By analyzing data from these cohorts, the research seeks to provide tailored recommendations for lung cancer screening based on individual health status.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Veterans who are eligible for lung cancer screening and may have varying levels of health and comorbidities.
Not a fit: Patients who are not Veterans or those who do not meet the eligibility criteria for lung cancer screening may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and safer lung cancer screening practices for Veterans, ultimately improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous trials have shown that lung cancer screening can prevent lung cancer deaths, but this research aims to explore its effectiveness in a more diverse and health-compromised population, making it a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- Veterans Affairs Med Ctr San Francisco — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rustagi, Alison Silvis — Veterans Affairs Med Ctr San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Rustagi, Alison Silvis
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.