Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 40 to 74

Early intervention strategies for lung cancer detection

Official title: Construction and Evaluation of a Hospital-Community Health Collaboration Model Empowered by Digital Technology for Lung Cancer Screening

Run by The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University · NCT06988943 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if using low-dose CT scans in community health centers can help find lung cancer earlier in people aged 40-75 who don't have a history of the disease.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages40 Years to 74 Years
SexAll
Enrollment16000 (estimated)
SponsorThe First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Guangzhou, Guangdong)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 25, 2024
Main results expectedJune 2025
Study endsJune 2025
Registry record updatedMay 30, 2025
Trial IDNCT06988943 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are community residents aged 40-75 who have no prior history of lung cancer and have not undergone screening in the last three months.

Probably not a fit

Patients with a known history of lung cancer or those who have recently been screened may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of low-dose CT (LDCT) screening for lung cancer in community health service centers in Guangzhou. It employs a single-arm cluster randomized design, utilizing a digital health platform and AI technology to enhance the screening process. Participants aged 40-75, without a history of lung cancer, will be screened for early-stage lung cancer, with data collected through a dedicated mini-program. The study aims to improve early detection rates and assess the economic impact of the screening intervention.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to earlier detection and treatment of lung cancer, potentially reducing mortality rates.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promising results with low-dose CT screening for lung cancer, indicating potential success for this approach.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
1.Community Health Service Centers (Cluster Level)

1. Inclusion Criteria The community health service center must be located within one of the 11 districts of Guangzhou.

   The center must manage a population of over 10,000 elderly individuals. The center should be equipped with at least one CT machine and have qualified medical personnel, such as radiologists, radiologic technicians, and nursing staff.
2. Exclusion Criteria Community health centers currently participating in other public health projects or studies that may affect screening results.

Community health service centers where researchers cannot collect data or conduct follow-up.

2\. Screening Subjects (Individual Level)

1. Inclusion Criteria Aged 40-75 years. Residing in the community participating in the study for a long time. No known history of lung cancer and has not undergone lung cancer screening in the past three months.

   Able to understand and willing to sign the informed consent form, and able to participate in long-term follow-up.
2. Exclusion Criteria Individuals diagnosed with lung cancer. Individuals with severe other health issues that make them unsuitable for CT imaging.

Individuals unable to understand the study protocol or who cannot provide informed consent due to cognitive impairments.

Individuals participating in other clinical trials that may affect the results of this study.

Individuals unable to undergo follow-up.

Where it's running

  • Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical College
    Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Jianxing He, MD — Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical College
  • Study coordinator: Jianxing He, MD
  • Email: drjianxing.he@gmail.com
  • Phone: 86-20-83337792

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.