Lung Cancer Screening Programme – Low Dose CT of Thorax
HKD $1,800
- Targets:
Aged 50 or above/
Chronic smokers/
Have quit smoking within 15 years/
Have family history of lung cancer
Introduction
Lung cancer usually shows no obvious symptoms in its early stages. When symptoms are observed, the disease has often developed into a more advanced stage. Early-stage lung cancer can be cured by surgical treatment, and the survival rate can reach up to more than 90%. Therefore, early diagnosis of lung cancer is of paramount importance. Low-dose CT Thorax is a screening tool which can reduce the mortality rate of lung caner.
Service Items
- Low-dose CT Thorax
- Medical consultation and report explanation
Details
About CT Thorax
Computed tomography scan (CT scan) is a non-invasive imaging examination that combines X-rays with computer technology to create cross-sectional images of the body. Unlike conventional X-ray scan, which can only produce 2D images, CT scan uses a motorized X-ray source that rotates around the body to take series of x-rays images from different angles. The images are then sent to the computer to create slices, cross-sections or 360-degree images of a particular area of the body. Hence, CT scan can provide more detailed information than regular X-ray scan, particularly of internal organs, bones, soft tissues and blood vessels, and can also detect smaller abnormalities.
Conventional chest X-ray scan usually only takes view from the front and sometimes from the side. Structures shown are overlapped, for example, the ribs overlay the lung and the heart. If the abnormality(ies) is/are located in an area that is obscured by other structures, it is difficult for doctors to make a diagnosis. On the other hand, the cross-sectional images produced by CT thorax (CT scan of the chest) can avoid the problem of overlapping structures. It is also capable of detecting lung nodules as small as 3mm.
The Procedure of Low-Dose CT Thorax
You should remove all metal objects such as jewellery and belt before the scan.
During the scan, you will be asked to lie on an examination table that will advance through a doughnut-shaped ring.
You will also be asked to hold your breath for around 5-10 seconds.
The scan is performed by a radiologic technologist and the entire process takes approximately 20-30 minutes. No fasting is required prior to the examination and no contrast dye is used.
Low-Dose CT Thorax Result and Follow-up
If the initial baseline LDCT scan results with no nodules, it is recommended to get a follow-up scan 12 months later. But if nodule(s) is/are found, your doctor will discuss the next step with you based on the size and characteristics of the nodule(s). A conventional chest CT scan, PET/CT scan or lung biopsy may be required to determine whether the nodule(s) is/are malign or not.
Service Location
Virtus Medical Tower – 17/F, Virtus Medical Tower, 122 Queen’s Road Central, Central, Hong Kong
Virtus Medical Centre – 11/F, H Zentre, 15 Middle Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon
Terms & Conditions
- Advanced booking is required for this service.
- This is a screening service for first time patient with Low Dose CT Thorax at Virtus Medical.
- For those who have been taken Low Dose CT Thorax service before, please call to make an appointment for specialist consultation services.
- Medication and other treatment/investigation costs are not included in this programme.
- Service(s) must be booked and used within 90 days from the date of purchase.
- Virtus Medical Group reserves the right to amend any of the above terms and conditions without prior notice. In case of any dispute, Virtus Medical Group will reserve the right of final decision.
You may also like…
Health Check
Health Check
Related products
Health Check
Health Check
Aesthetics Services
