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Bi M, Zhou Y, Qi Y, Jiang H. The Simultaneous Bilateral Surgical Procedure for Bilateral Primary Lung Cancer. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A 2024; 34:740-746. [PMID: 39007202 DOI: 10.1089/lap.2023.0517] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/16/2024] Open
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Objective: At present, the incidence of synchronous multiple primary lung cancer (SMPLC) is increasing, and the treatment is still a challenge. This study aims to investigate the appropriate surgical procedure for treating bilateral primary lung cancer simultaneously. Methods: A retrospective analysis was conducted on clinical data from 32 patients who underwent simultaneous bilateral lung cancer surgery in our team. This data included patient characteristics, pulmonary function indicators, surgical procedures, operation duration, chest tube removal time, postoperative hospital stay, and postoperative complications. Results: Out of the 32 patients, 15 were male, and 17 were female, with an average age of 56.4 ± 8.8 years. The average maximum diameter of the main and minor tumors was 1.8 ± 1.0 cm and 1.0 ± .5 cm, respectively. All surgeries were performed thoracoscopically through intercostal approach. The procedure for the minor tumor was performed first, followed by the main tumor operation after turning over. One case was converted to thoracotomy during the main tumor operation because of bleeding. Postoperative complications occurred in one patient. No instances of respiratory insufficiency or failure were observed after the operation, and there were no perioperative deaths or readmissions within 90 days. Conclusion: Simultaneous bilateral thoracoscopic surgery is deemed a secure and feasible option for eligible patients with bilateral primary lung cancer, and it is advisable to commence the operation on the minor tumor first.
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- Mingming Bi
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University, Jinan, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Dongying People's Hospital, Dongying, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University, Jinan, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University, Jinan, China
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Cheng M, Ding R, Wang S. Diagnosis and treatment of high-risk bilateral lung ground-glass opacity nodules. Asian J Surg 2024; 47:2969-2974. [PMID: 38246790 DOI: 10.1016/j.asjsur.2024.01.072] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2023] [Revised: 12/30/2023] [Accepted: 01/11/2024] [Indexed: 01/23/2024] Open
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In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the detection rate of Ground Glass Opacity (GGO) nodules through high-resolution computed tomography (HRCT). GGO is an imaging finding that encompasses various pathological types, some of which exhibit indolent growth, while others may represent early lung cancer or remain relatively stable, not significantly impacting the surgical treatment outcome. In clinical practice, patients often experience psychological anxiety when multiple pulmonary GGO nodules are present, and they may request simultaneous resection. However, there is currently no standardized criterion for determining when multiple GGO nodules should be resected. As personalized medicine continues to advance, the treatment approach for multiple pulmonary GGO nodules needs to prioritize accuracy. High-risk factors associated with multiple pulmonary GGO nodules may necessitate surgical intervention along with mediastinal lymph node dissection or sampling. This article provides a review of the characteristics, treatment methods, and clinical experiences related to multiple pulmonary GGO nodules, offering practical insights and guidance for healthcare professionals.
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- Ming Cheng
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, General Hospital of Northern Theater Command, Shenyang, 110016, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, General Hospital of Northern Theater Command, Shenyang, 110016, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, General Hospital of Northern Theater Command, Shenyang, 110016, China.
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Li Q, Xiao T, Li J, Niu Y, Zhang G. The diagnosis and management of multiple ground-glass nodules in the lung. Eur J Med Res 2024; 29:305. [PMID: 38824558 PMCID: PMC11143686 DOI: 10.1186/s40001-024-01904-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2024] [Accepted: 05/27/2024] [Indexed: 06/03/2024] Open
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The prevalence of low-dose CT (LDCT) in lung cancer screening has gradually increased, and more and more lung ground glass nodules (GGNs) have been detected. So far, a consensus has been reached on the treatment of single pulmonary ground glass nodules, and there have been many guidelines that can be widely accepted. However, at present, more than half of the patients have more than one nodule when pulmonary ground glass nodules are found, which means that different treatment methods for nodules may have different effects on the prognosis or quality of life of patients. This article reviews the research progress in the diagnosis and treatment strategies of pulmonary multiple lesions manifested as GGNs.
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- Quanqing Li
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin Province, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin Province, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin Province, China
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- Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin Province, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin Province, China.
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Azour L, Oh AS, Prosper AE, Toussie D, Villasana-Gomez G, Pourzand L. Subsolid Nodules: Significance and Current Understanding. Clin Chest Med 2024; 45:263-277. [PMID: 38816087 DOI: 10.1016/j.ccm.2024.02.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/01/2024]
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Subsolid nodules are heterogeneously appearing and behaving entities, commonly encountered incidentally and in high-risk populations. Accurate characterization of subsolid nodules, and application of evolving surveillance guidelines, facilitates evidence-based and multidisciplinary patient-centered management.
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- Lea Azour
- Department of Radiological Sciences, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Box 957437, 757 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90095-7437, USA.
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- Department of Radiological Sciences, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Box 957437, 757 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90095-7437, USA
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- Department of Radiological Sciences, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Box 957437, 757 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90095-7437, USA
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- Department of Radiology, New York University Grossman School of Medicine, NYU Langone Health, 660 1st Avenue, New York, NY 10016, USA
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- Department of Radiology, New York University Grossman School of Medicine, NYU Langone Health, 660 1st Avenue, New York, NY 10016, USA
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- Department of Radiological Sciences, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Box 957437, 757 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90095-7437, USA
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Sun JD, Sugarbaker E, Byrne SC, Gagné A, Leo R, Swanson SJ, Hammer MM. Clinical Outcomes of Resected Pure Ground-Glass, Heterogeneous Ground-Glass, and Part-Solid Pulmonary Nodules. AJR Am J Roentgenol 2024; 222:e2330504. [PMID: 38323785 PMCID: PMC11161307 DOI: 10.2214/ajr.23.30504] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2024]
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BACKGROUND. Increased (but not definitively solid) attenuation within pure ground-glass nodules (pGGNs) may indicate invasive adenocarcinoma and the need for resection rather than surveillance. OBJECTIVE. The purpose of this study was to compare the clinical outcomes among resected pGGNs, heterogeneous ground-glass nodules (GGNs), and part-solid nodules (PSNs). METHODS. This retrospective study included 469 patients (335 female patients and 134 male patients; median age, 68 years [IQR, 62.5-73.5 years]) who, between January 2012 and December 2020, underwent resection of lung adenocarcinoma that appeared as a subsolid nodule on CT. Two radiologists, using lung windows, independently classified each nodule as a pGGN, a heterogeneous GGN, or a PSN, resolving discrepancies through discussion. A heterogeneous GGN was defined as a GGN with internal increased attenuation not quite as dense as that of pulmonary vessels, and a PSN was defined as having an internal solid component with the same attenuation as that of the pulmonary vessels. Outcomes included pathologic diagnosis of invasive adenocarcinoma, 5-year recurrence rates (locoregional or distant), and recurrence-free survival (RFS) and overall survival (OS) over 7 years, as analyzed by Kaplan-Meier and Cox proportional hazards regression analyses, with censoring of patients with incomplete follow-up. RESULTS. Interobserver agreement for nodule type, expressed as a kappa coefficient, was 0.69. Using consensus assessments, 59 nodules were pGGNs, 109 were heterogeneous GGNs, and 301 were PSNs. The frequency of invasive adenocarcinoma was 39.0% in pGGNs, 67.9% in heterogeneous GGNs, and 75.7% in PSNs (for pGGNs vs heterogeneous GGNs, p < .001; for pGGNs vs PSNs, p < .001; and for heterogeneous GGNs vs PSNs, p = .28). The 5-year recurrence rate was 0.0% in patients with pGGNs, 6.3% in those with heterogeneous GGNs, and 10.8% in those with PSNs (for pGGNs vs heterogeneous GGNs, p = .06; for pGGNs vs PSNs, p = .02; and for heterogeneous GGNs vs PSNs, p = .18). At 7 years, RFS was 97.7% in patients with pGGNs, 82.0% in those with heterogeneous GGNs, and 79.4% in those with PSNs (for pGGNs vs heterogeneous GGNs, p = .02; for pGGNs vs PSNs, p = .006; and for heterogeneous GGNs vs PSNs, p = .40); OS was 98.0% in patients with pGGNs, 84.6% in those with heterogeneous GGNs, and 82.9% in those with PSNs (for pGGNs vs heterogeneous GGNs, p = .04; for pGGNs vs PSNs, p = .01; and for heterogeneous GGNs vs PSNs, p = .50). CONCLUSION. Resected pGGNs had excellent clinical outcomes. Heterogeneous GGNs had relatively worse outcomes, more closely resembling outcomes for PSNs. CLINICAL IMPACT. The findings support surveillance for truly homogeneous pGGNs versus resection for GGNs showing internal increased attenuation even if not having a true solid component.
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- Departments of Radiology (J.D.S., S.C.B., M.M.H.), Surgery (E.S., R.L., S.J.S.), and Pathology (A.G.), Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School, 75 Francis St., Boston, MA 02115
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- Departments of Radiology (J.D.S., S.C.B., M.M.H.), Surgery (E.S., R.L., S.J.S.), and Pathology (A.G.), Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School, 75 Francis St., Boston, MA 02115
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- Departments of Radiology (J.D.S., S.C.B., M.M.H.), Surgery (E.S., R.L., S.J.S.), and Pathology (A.G.), Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School, 75 Francis St., Boston, MA 02115
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Omindo WW. Management of screening-detected ground glass nodules: a narrative review. Indian J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2024; 40:205-212. [PMID: 38389756 PMCID: PMC10879480 DOI: 10.1007/s12055-023-01595-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2023] [Revised: 08/21/2023] [Accepted: 08/23/2023] [Indexed: 02/24/2024] Open
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Wide-scale application of low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) in lung cancer screening has led to an increased detection of ground glass nodule (GGN) lesions. However, there is still no clear management plan for these lesions after detection. Clinicians are usually faced with a dilemma in choosing the best initial management approach that not only limits overtreatment but also avoids the possibility of lesions growing into invasive carcinoma. Most current and past guidelines favor surveillance with computed tomography (CT) as the initial management approach based on the notion that the majority of GGN lesions are indolent tumors. Immediate surgery is generally considered overtreatment and is usually only recommended when the lesion grows in size, persists, or increases its solid component during follow-up CT surveillance. However, due to evolution of surgery to minimal invasive procedures, such as uniportal video-assisted thoracic surgery, and the development of enhanced recovery after thoracic surgery protocols, modern surgery is now safer and associated with less postoperative mortality. Additionally, intraoperative frozen sections can be used to guide resection, making initial management via surgery more attractive than before. Based on these developments, this review recommends that immediate surgery should be considered at the same level as follow-up CT surveillance when making multidisciplinary team decisions for screening-detected GGNs, as it provides both a diagnostic and treatment role.
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- Willis Wasonga Omindo
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, No. 1095, Jiefang Avenue, Wuhan, 430030 Hubei China
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Catarata MJ, Creamer AW, Dias M, Toland S, Chaabouni M, Verbeke K, Vieira Naia J, Hassan M, Naidu SB, Lynch GA, Blyth KG, Rahman NM, Hardavella G. ERS International Congress 2023: highlights from the Thoracic Oncology Assembly. ERJ Open Res 2024; 10:00860-2023. [PMID: 38410708 PMCID: PMC10895436 DOI: 10.1183/23120541.00860-2023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2023] [Accepted: 11/07/2023] [Indexed: 02/28/2024] Open
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Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer mortality in the world. It greatly affects the patients' quality of life, and is thus a challenge for the daily practice in respiratory medicine. Advances in the genetic knowledge of thoracic tumours' mutational landscape, and the development of targeted therapies and immune checkpoint inhibitors, have led to a paradigm shift in the treatment of lung cancer and pleural mesothelioma. During the 2023 European Respiratory Society Congress in Milan, Italy, experts from all over the world presented their high-quality research and reviewed best clinical practices. Lung cancer screening, management of early stages of lung cancer, application of artificial intelligence and biomarkers were discussed and they will be summarised here.
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- Maria Joana Catarata
- Pulmonology Department, Hospital de Braga, Braga, Portugal
- Tumour and Microenvironment Interactions Group, I3S – Institute for Health Research and Innovation, University of Porto, Porto, Portugal
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- Pulmonology Department, Centro Hospitalar Vila Nova de Gaia/Espinho, Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
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- Department of Medicine, Letterkenny University Hospital, Letterkenny, Ireland
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- Asklepios Klinik Altona, Department of Internal Medicine II, Pulmonology and Thoracic Oncology Section, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, University Hospital Saint-Pierre, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Chest Diseases Department, Alexandria University Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Academic Respiratory Unit, University of Bristol Medical School, Bristol, UK
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- Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Glasgow, UK
- Institute of Infection, Immunity and Inflammation, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford NIHR Biomedical Research Centre, John Radcliffe Hospital, Headington, UK
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- 9th Department of Respiratory Medicine, Sotiria Athens Chest Diseases Hospital, Athens, Greece
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Miyoshi T, Ito H, Wakabayashi M, Hashimoto T, Sekino Y, Suzuki K, Tsuboi M, Moriya Y, Yoshino I, Isaka T, Hattori A, Mimae T, Isaka M, Maniwa T, Endo M, Yoshioka H, Nakagawa K, Nakajima R, Tsutani Y, Saji H, Okada M, Aokage K, Fukuda H, Watanabe SI. Risk factors for loss of pulmonary function after wedge resection for peripheral ground-glass opacity dominant lung cancer. Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 2023; 64:ezad365. [PMID: 37930048 DOI: 10.1093/ejcts/ezad365] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2023] [Revised: 10/23/2023] [Accepted: 10/30/2023] [Indexed: 11/07/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES This study aimed to identify the risk factors for pulmonary functional deterioration after wedge resection for early-stage lung cancer with ground-glass opacity, which remain unclear, particularly in low-risk patients. METHODS We analysed 237 patients who underwent wedge resection for peripheral early-stage lung cancer in JCOG0804/WJOG4507L, a phase III, single-arm confirmatory trial. The changes in forced expiratory volume in 1 s were calculated pre- and postoperatively, and a cutoff value of -10%, the previously reported reduction rate after lobectomy, was used to divide the patients into 2 groups: the severely reduced group (≤-10%) and normal group (>-10%). These groups were compared to identify predictors for severe reduction. RESULTS Thirty-seven (16%) patients experienced severe reduction. Lesions with a total tumour size ≥1 cm were significantly more frequent in the severely reduced group than in the normal group (89.2% vs 71.5%; P = 0.024). A total tumour size of ≥1 cm [odds ratio (OR), 3.287; 95% confidence interval (CI), 1.114-9.699: P = 0.031] and pleural indentation (OR, 2.474; 95% CI, 1.039-5.890: P = 0.041) were significant predictive factors in the univariable analysis. In the multivariable analysis, pleural indentation (OR, 2.667; 95% CI, 1.082-6.574; P = 0.033) was an independent predictive factor, whereas smoking status and total tumour size were marginally significant. CONCLUSIONS Of the low-risk patients who underwent pulmonary wedge resection for early-stage lung cancer, 16% experienced severe reduction in pulmonary function. Pleural indentation may be a risk factor for severely reduced pulmonary function in pulmonary wedge resection.
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- Tomohiro Miyoshi
- Division of Thoracic Surgery, Department of Thoracic Oncology, National Cancer Center Hospital East, Chiba, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Kanagawa Cancer Center, Kanagawa, Japan
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- JCOG Data Center/Operations Office, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Translational Research Support Section, National Cancer Center Hospital East, Chiba, Japan
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- JCOG Data Center/Operations Office, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of General Thoracic Surgery, Juntendo University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Division of Thoracic Surgery, Department of Thoracic Oncology, National Cancer Center Hospital East, Chiba, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Chiba Rosai Hospital, Chiba, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, International University of Health and Welfare School of Medicine, Chiba, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Kanagawa Cancer Center, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Department of General Thoracic Surgery, Juntendo University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, Hiroshima University Hospital, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Shizuoka Cancer Center Hospital, Shizuoka, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Osaka International Cancer Institute, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Yamagata Prefectural Central Hospital, Yamagata, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic Oncology, Kansai Medical University Hospital, Osaka, Japan
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- Division of Thoracic Surgery, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of General Thoracic Surgery, Osaka City General Hospital, Osaka, Japan
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- Division of Thoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Kindai University Faculty of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Chest Surgery, St. Marianna University School of Medicine, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, Hiroshima University Hospital, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Division of Thoracic Surgery, Department of Thoracic Oncology, National Cancer Center Hospital East, Chiba, Japan
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- JCOG Data Center/Operations Office, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Division of Thoracic Surgery, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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Liu HC, Lin MH, Chang WC, Zeng RC, Wang YM, Sun CW. Rapid On-Site AI-Assisted Grading for Lung Surgery Based on Optical Coherence Tomography. Cancers (Basel) 2023; 15:5388. [PMID: 38001648 PMCID: PMC10670228 DOI: 10.3390/cancers15225388] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2023] [Revised: 11/02/2023] [Accepted: 11/08/2023] [Indexed: 11/26/2023] Open
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The determination of resection extent traditionally relies on the microscopic invasiveness of frozen sections (FSs) and is crucial for surgery of early lung cancer with preoperatively unknown histology. While previous research has shown the value of optical coherence tomography (OCT) for instant lung cancer diagnosis, tumor grading through OCT remains challenging. Therefore, this study proposes an interactive human-machine interface (HMI) that integrates a mobile OCT system, deep learning algorithms, and attention mechanisms. The system is designed to mark the lesion's location on the image smartly and perform tumor grading in real time, potentially facilitating clinical decision making. Twelve patients with a preoperatively unknown tumor but a final diagnosis of adenocarcinoma underwent thoracoscopic resection, and the artificial intelligence (AI)-designed system mentioned above was used to measure fresh specimens. Results were compared to FSs benchmarked on permanent pathologic reports. Current results show better differentiating power among minimally invasive adenocarcinoma (MIA), invasive adenocarcinoma (IA), and normal tissue, with an overall accuracy of 84.9%, compared to 20% for FSs. Additionally, the sensitivity and specificity, the sensitivity and specificity were 89% and 82.7% for MIA and 94% and 80.6% for IA, respectively. The results suggest that this AI system can potentially produce rapid and efficient diagnoses and ultimately improve patient outcomes.
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- Hung-Chang Liu
- Section of Thoracic Surgery, Mackay Memorial Hospital, Taipei City 10449, Taiwan;
- Intensive Care Unit, Mackay Memorial Hospital, Taipei City 10449, Taiwan
- Department of Medicine, Mackay Medical College, New Taipei City 25245, Taiwan
- Department of Optometry, Mackay Junior College of Medicine, Nursing, and Management, Taipei City 11260, Taiwan
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- Biomedical Optical Imaging Lab, Department of Photonics, College of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Hsinchu City 30010, Taiwan; (M.-H.L.); (R.-C.Z.); (Y.-M.W.)
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- Department of Pathology, Mackay Memorial Hospital, New Taipei City 25160, Taiwan;
- Department of Pathology, Taipei Medical University Hospital, Taipei City 11030, Taiwan
- Department of Pathology, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei City 11030, Taiwan
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- Biomedical Optical Imaging Lab, Department of Photonics, College of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Hsinchu City 30010, Taiwan; (M.-H.L.); (R.-C.Z.); (Y.-M.W.)
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- Biomedical Optical Imaging Lab, Department of Photonics, College of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Hsinchu City 30010, Taiwan; (M.-H.L.); (R.-C.Z.); (Y.-M.W.)
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- Biomedical Optical Imaging Lab, Department of Photonics, College of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Hsinchu City 30010, Taiwan; (M.-H.L.); (R.-C.Z.); (Y.-M.W.)
- Institute of Biomedical Engineering, College of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Hsinchu City 30010, Taiwan
- Medical Device Innovation and Translation Center, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei City 11259, Taiwan
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Zhang JT, Zhang J, Wang SR, Yan LX, Qin J, Yin K, Chu XP, Wang MM, Hong HZ, Lv ZY, Dong S, Jiang BY, Zhang XC, Liu X, Zhou Q, Wu YL, Zhong WZ. Spatial downregulation of CD74 signatures may drive invasive component development in part-solid lung adenocarcinoma. iScience 2023; 26:107699. [PMID: 37810252 PMCID: PMC10550719 DOI: 10.1016/j.isci.2023.107699] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2023] [Revised: 05/23/2023] [Accepted: 08/18/2023] [Indexed: 10/10/2023] Open
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Pulmonary nodules with part-solid imaging features manifest during the progression from preinvasive to invasive lung adenocarcinoma. To define the spatial composition and evolutionary trajectories of early-stage lung adenocarcinoma, we combined spatial transcriptomics (ST) and pathological annotations from 20 part-solid nodules (PSNs), four of which were matched with single-cell RNA sequencing. Two malignant cell populations (MC1 and MC2) were identified, and a linear evolutionary relationship was observed. Compared to MC2, the pre-existing malignant MC1 exhibited a lower metastatic signature, corresponding to the preinvasive component (lepidic) on pathology and the ground glass component on PSN imaging. Higher immune infiltration was observed among MC1 regions in ST profiles, and further analysis revealed that macrophages may be involved in this process through the CD74 axis. This work provides deeper insights into the evolutionary process and spatial immune cell composition behind PSNs and highlights the mechanisms of immune escape behind this adenocarcinoma trajectory.
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- Jia-Tao Zhang
- Guangdong Lung Cancer Institute, Guangdong Provincial People’s Hospital, (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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- Guangdong Lung Cancer Institute, Guangdong Provincial People’s Hospital, (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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- Guangdong Lung Cancer Institute, Guangdong Provincial People’s Hospital, (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences (Shenzhen), Sun Yat-sen University, Shenzhen, Guangdong, China
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- Guangdong Lung Cancer Institute, Guangdong Provincial People’s Hospital, (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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- Guangdong Lung Cancer Institute, Guangdong Provincial People’s Hospital, (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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- Guangdong Lung Cancer Institute, Guangdong Provincial People’s Hospital, (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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- Guangdong Lung Cancer Institute, Guangdong Provincial People’s Hospital, (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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- Guangdong Lung Cancer Institute, Guangdong Provincial People’s Hospital, (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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- Guangdong Lung Cancer Institute, Guangdong Provincial People’s Hospital, (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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- Guangdong Lung Cancer Institute, Guangdong Provincial People’s Hospital, (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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- Guangdong Lung Cancer Institute, Guangdong Provincial People’s Hospital, (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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- Echo Biotech Co, Ltd, Beijing, China
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- Guangdong Lung Cancer Institute, Guangdong Provincial People’s Hospital, (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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- Guangdong Lung Cancer Institute, Guangdong Provincial People’s Hospital, (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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- Guangdong Lung Cancer Institute, Guangdong Provincial People’s Hospital, (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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Cardillo G, Petersen RH, Ricciardi S, Patel A, Lodhia JV, Gooseman MR, Brunelli A, Dunning J, Fang W, Gossot D, Licht PB, Lim E, Roessner ED, Scarci M, Milojevic M. European guidelines for the surgical management of pure ground-glass opacities and part-solid nodules: Task Force of the European Association of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery and the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons. Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 2023; 64:ezad222. [PMID: 37243746 DOI: 10.1093/ejcts/ezad222] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2023] [Revised: 05/10/2023] [Accepted: 05/26/2023] [Indexed: 05/29/2023] Open
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- Giuseppe Cardillo
- Unit of Thoracic Surgery, Azienda Ospedaliera San Camillo Forlanini, Rome, Italy
- Unicamillus-Saint Camillus University of Health Sciences, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Unit of Thoracic Surgery, Azienda Ospedaliera San Camillo Forlanini, Rome, Italy
- Alma Mater Studiorum, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, University Hospitals Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
- Institute of Immunology and Immunotherapy, University of Birmingham, United Kingdom
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, St James University Hospital, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds, United Kingdom
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, and Hull York Medical School, University of Hull, Hull, United Kingdom
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, St James University Hospital, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds, United Kingdom
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- James Cook University Hospital Middlesbrough, United Kingdom
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Shanghai Chest Hospital, Jiaotong University Medical School, Shangai, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Curie-Montsouris Thoracic Institute, Paris, France
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
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- Academic Division of Thoracic Surgery, The Royal Brompton Hospital and Imperial College London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Center for Thoracic Diseases, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Mainz, Germany
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- Division of Thoracic Surgery, Imperial College NHS Healthcare Trust and National Heart and Lung Institute, Hammersmith Hospital, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery and Cardiovascular Research, Dedinje Cardiovascular Institute, Belgrade, Serbia
- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Erasmus University Medical Center, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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He Y, Xiong Z, Zhang J, Xie J, Zhu W, Zhao M, Li Z. Growth assessment of pure ground-glass nodules on CT: comparison of density and size measurement methods. J Cancer Res Clin Oncol 2023; 149:9937-9946. [PMID: 37249644 DOI: 10.1007/s00432-023-04918-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2023] [Accepted: 05/23/2023] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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PURPOSE To investigate the differences of size and density measurements in assessing pure ground-glass nodules (pGGNs) growth, and compare the growth rates and growth proportions of the two methods during follow-up period. METHODS Ninety patients with at least 3 consecutive thin-section chest CTs and confirmed 103 pGGNs on baseline CT were enrolled retrospectively. Using the two definitions of size and density to evaluate pGGNs growth with semi-automated segmentation. Then, the two methods were compared to assess differences in pGGNs growth. RESULTS For the size and density methods to assess nodule growth, 50.5% and 26.2% showed interval growth at the last CT (p < 0.001). Among the 19 nodules that grew in both size and density, the volume doubling time (VDT) of solid component (mean, 317.1; standard deviation, 224.8 days) was shorter than total VDT (median, 942.8; range, 400.1-2315.9 days) (p < 0.001). Of the 27 growth pGGNs assessed by the density method, the growth rates at years 1 and 2 were 25.9% and 63.0%, while the growth rates of 52 growing nodules assessed by size method were 11.5% and 48.1%, respectively. Twenty of 103 (19.4%) nodules were classified into category 4A lesions, and 7 (6.8%) were 4B lesions. CONCLUSION Compared to size measurements, observed density increases have a higher proportion of early growth and faster growth rates in growing nodules. Clinicians need to pay close attention to the nodules of new solid components and make timely decision management.
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- Yifan He
- Department of Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Xigang District, Dalian, 116011, Zhongshan, China
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- Department of Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Xigang District, Dalian, 116011, Zhongshan, China
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- Department of Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Xigang District, Dalian, 116011, Zhongshan, China
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- Department of Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Xigang District, Dalian, 116011, Zhongshan, China
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- Department of Pathology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Pharmaceutical Diagnostics, GE Healthcare, Beijing, China
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- Department of Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Xigang District, Dalian, 116011, Zhongshan, China.
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Liu YC, Liang CH, Wu YJ, Chen CS, Tang EK, Wu FZ. Managing Persistent Subsolid Nodules in Lung Cancer: Education, Decision Making, and Impact of Interval Growth Patterns. Diagnostics (Basel) 2023; 13:2674. [PMID: 37627933 PMCID: PMC10453827 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics13162674] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2023] [Revised: 08/07/2023] [Accepted: 08/08/2023] [Indexed: 08/27/2023] Open
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With the popularization of lung cancer screening, many persistent subsolid nodules (SSNs) have been identified clinically, especially in Asian non-smokers. However, many studies have found that SSNs exhibit heterogeneous growth trends during long-term follow ups. This article adopted a narrative approach to extensively review the available literature on the topic to explore the definitions, rationale, and clinical application of different interval growths of subsolid pulmonary nodule management and follow-up strategies. The development of SSN growth thresholds with different growth patterns could support clinical decision making with follow-up guidelines to reduce over- and delayed diagnoses. In conclusion, using different SSN growth thresholds could optimize the follow-up management and clinical decision making of SSNs in lung cancer screening programs. This could further reduce the lung cancer mortality rate and potential harm from overdiagnosis and over management.
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- Yung-Chi Liu
- Department of Radiology, Xiamen Chang Gung Hospital, Xiamen 361028, China;
- Department of Imaging Technology Division, Xiamen Chang Gung Hospital, Xiamen 361028, China
- Department of Healthcare Administration Department, Xiamen Chang Gung Hospital, Xiamen 361028, China
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- Department of Biomedical Imaging and Radiological Sciences, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei 112304, Taiwan;
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- Department of Radiology, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung 81362, Taiwan;
- Department of Software Engineering and Management, National Kaohsiung Normal University, Kaohsiung 80201, Taiwan
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- Physical Examination Center, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung 81362, Taiwan;
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- Department of Surgery, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung 813414, Taiwan;
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- Department of Radiology, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung 81362, Taiwan;
- School of Medicine, College of Medicine, National Sun Yat-Sen University, Kaohsiung 80424, Taiwan
- Faculty of Medicine, School of Medicine, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei 112, Taiwan
- Institute of Education, National Sun Yat-Sen University, Kaohsiung 804241, Taiwan
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Liu HC, Lin MH, Ting CH, Wang YM, Sun CW. Intraoperative application of optical coherence tomography for lung tumor. JOURNAL OF BIOPHOTONICS 2023; 16:e202200344. [PMID: 36755475 DOI: 10.1002/jbio.202200344] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2022] [Revised: 01/06/2023] [Accepted: 01/18/2023] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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On-site instant determination of benign or malignant tumors for deciding the types of resection is crucial during pulmonary surgery. We designed a portable spectral-domain optical coherence tomography (SD-OCT) system to do real-time scanning intraoperatively for the distinction of fresh tumor specimens in the lung. A total of 12 ex vivo lung specimens from six patients were enrolled. Three patients were diagnosed with invasive adenocarcinoma (IA), while the others were benign. After OCT-imaged reconstruction, we compared the qualitative morphology of OCT and histology among malignant, benign, and normal tissues. In addition, through analysis of the quantitative data, a discrete difference in optical attenuation coefficients around the junctional surface was shown by our data processing. This study demonstrated a feasible OCT-assisted resection guide by a rapid on-site tumor diagnosis. The results indicate that future deep learning of OCT-captured image systems able to improve diagnostic and therapeutic efficiency is warranted.
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- Hung-Chang Liu
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Mackay Memorial Hospital, Taipei City, Taiwan
- Department of Medicine, Mackay Medical College, New Taipei City, Taiwan
- Department of Nursing, Mackay Junior College of Medicine, Nursing, and Management, Taipei City, Taiwan
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- Biomedical Optical Imaging Lab, Department of Photonics, College of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Hsinchu City, Taiwan
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- Department of Medicine, Mackay Medical College, New Taipei City, Taiwan
- Department of Nursing, Mackay Junior College of Medicine, Nursing, and Management, Taipei City, Taiwan
- Department of Pathology, Mackay Memorial Hospital, New Taipei City, Taiwan
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- Biomedical Optical Imaging Lab, Department of Photonics, College of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Hsinchu City, Taiwan
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- Biomedical Optical Imaging Lab, Department of Photonics, College of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Hsinchu City, Taiwan
- Institute of Biomedical Engineering, College of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Hsinchu, Taiwan
- Medical Device Innovation and Translation Center, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan
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Bartlett EC, Rahman S, Ridge CA. Percutaneous image-guided thermal ablation of lung cancer: What is the evidence? Lung Cancer 2023; 176:14-23. [PMID: 36571982 DOI: 10.1016/j.lungcan.2022.12.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2022] [Revised: 12/12/2022] [Accepted: 12/19/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Thermal ablation techniques have now been used for more than twenty years in the treatment of primary lung tumours, predominantly non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Although primarily used for the treatment of early-stage disease in non-surgical patients, thermal ablation is now also being used in selected patients with oligometastatic and oligoprogressive disease. This review discusses the techniques available for thermal ablation, the evidence for use of thermal ablation in primary lung tumours in early- and advanced-stage disease and compares thermal ablation to alternative treatment strategies.
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- E C Bartlett
- Royal Brompton Hospital (Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust), Department of Radiology, Sydney Street, London SW3 6NP, United Kingdom.
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- Royal Brompton Hospital (Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust), Department of Radiology, Sydney Street, London SW3 6NP, United Kingdom
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- Royal Brompton Hospital (Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust), Department of Radiology, Sydney Street, London SW3 6NP, United Kingdom; National Heart and Lung Institute, Imperial College, London SW3 6LY, United Kingdom
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Zhang H, Wang S, Deng Z, Li Y, Yang Y, Huang H. Computed tomography-based radiomics machine learning models for prediction of histological invasiveness with sub-centimeter subsolid pulmonary nodules: a retrospective study. PeerJ 2023; 11:e14559. [PMID: 36643621 PMCID: PMC9838201 DOI: 10.7717/peerj.14559] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2022] [Accepted: 11/21/2022] [Indexed: 01/12/2023] Open
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To improve the accuracy of preoperative diagnoses and avoid over- or undertreatment, we aimed to develop and compare computed tomography-based radiomics machine learning models for the prediction of histological invasiveness using sub-centimeter subsolid pulmonary nodules. Three predictive models based on radiomics were built using three machine learning classifiers to discriminate the invasiveness of the sub-centimeter subsolid pulmonary nodules. A total of 203 sub-centimeter nodules from 177 patients were collected and assigned randomly to the training set (n = 143) or test set (n = 60). The areas under the curve of the predictive models were 0.743 (95% confidence interval CI [0.661-0.824]) for the logistic regression, 0.828 (95% CI [0.76-0.896]) for the support vector machine, and 0.917 (95% CI [0.869-0.965]) for the XGBoost classifier models in the training set, and 0.803 (95% CI [0.694-0.913]), 0.726 (95% CI [0.598-0.854]), and 0.874 (95% CI [0.776-0.972]) in the test set, respectively. In addition, the decision curve showed that the XGBoost model added more net benefit within the range of 0.06 to 0.93.
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Zhang Z, Zhou L, Yang F, Li X. The natural growth history of persistent pulmonary subsolid nodules: Radiology, genetics, and clinical management. Front Oncol 2022; 12:1011712. [PMID: 36568242 PMCID: PMC9772280 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2022.1011712] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2022] [Accepted: 11/25/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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The high detection rate of pulmonary subsolid nodules (SSN) is an increasingly crucial clinical issue due to the increased number of screening tests and the growing popularity of low-dose computed tomography (LDCT). The persistence of SSN strongly suggests the possibility of malignancy. Guidelines have been published over the past few years and guide the optimal management of SSNs, but many remain controversial and confusing for clinicians. Therefore, in-depth research on the natural growth history of persistent pulmonary SSN can help provide evidence-based medical recommendations for nodule management. In this review, we briefly describe the differential diagnosis, growth patterns and rates, genetic characteristics, and factors that influence the growth of persistent SSN. With the advancement of radiomics and artificial intelligence (AI) technology, individualized evaluation of SSN becomes possible. These technologies together with liquid biopsy, will promote the transformation of current diagnosis and follow-up strategies and provide significant progress in the precise management of subsolid nodules in the early stage of lung cancer.
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Guo CR, Han R, Xue F, Xu L, Ren WG, Li M, Feng Z, Hu BC, Peng ZM. Expression and clinical significance of CD31, CD34, and CD105 in pulmonary ground glass nodules with different vascular manifestations on CT. Front Oncol 2022; 12:956451. [PMID: 36185269 PMCID: PMC9521677 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2022.956451] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2022] [Accepted: 07/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Blood vessel passage on CT exerts a vital part in early diagnosis as well as treatment of carcinoma of the lungs. Intratumoral microvascular density (iMVD) has gradually become the focus of research on biological behavior, appearance, and evolution of malignant tumors nowadays. The aim of this paper was to verify whether there is a correlation between the iMVD and the vascular morphology of ground glass nodules (GGNs). A total of 109 patients with pulmonary GGN were classified into three groups (I,II, and III) according to the vascular morphology on CT, and their expression of CD31-, CD34-, and CD105-labeled iMVD was detected by the streptoavidin–biotin method, statistically analyzing the iMVD values of each group. The expression of CD31, CD34, and CD105 in different lung tissues was significantly different, with remarkably higher iMVD in lung cancer tissues than in adjacent normal lung tissues. In the imaging sort of types I, II, and III according to the means of vascular passage, the iMVD expression of CD31, CD34, and CD105 was significantly different between groups. These data suggest that the presence and the abnormal morphology of vessels seen within GGNs indicate the occurrence and progression of lung cancer in pathology. It offers a strong theoretical foundation for early diagnosis of carcinoma of the lungs, thus providing a more precise clinical diagnosis and prognosis of early-stage lung cancer.
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- Chen-ran Guo
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Shandong Provincial Hospital, Jinan, China
- Shandong University, Jinan, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Shandong Provincial Hospital, Jinan, China
- Shandong First Medical University (Shandong Academy Of Medical Science), Jinan, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Shandong Provincial Hospital, Jinan, China
- Shandong University, Jinan, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Shandong Provincial Hospital, Jinan, China
- Shandong First Medical University (Shandong Academy Of Medical Science), Jinan, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Shandong Provincial Hospital, Jinan, China
- Shandong First Medical University (Shandong Academy Of Medical Science), Jinan, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Shandong Provincial Hospital, Jinan, China
- Shandong First Medical University (Shandong Academy Of Medical Science), Jinan, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Shandong Provincial Hospital, Jinan, China
- Shandong First Medical University (Shandong Academy Of Medical Science), Jinan, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Shandong Provincial Hospital, Jinan, China
- Shandong First Medical University (Shandong Academy Of Medical Science), Jinan, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Shandong Provincial Hospital, Jinan, China
- Shandong University, Jinan, China
- Shandong First Medical University (Shandong Academy Of Medical Science), Jinan, China
- *Correspondence: Zhong-min Peng,
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The Different Evaluative Significance of Enlarged Lymph Nodes on Preoperative CT in the N Stage for Patients with Suspected Subsolid and Solid Lung Cancers. Acad Radiol 2022:S1076-6332(22)00485-8. [DOI: 10.1016/j.acra.2022.08.029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2022] [Revised: 08/20/2022] [Accepted: 08/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Silva M, Milanese G, Ledda RE, Nayak SM, Pastorino U, Sverzellati N. European lung cancer screening: valuable trial evidence for optimal practice implementation. Br J Radiol 2022; 95:20200260. [PMID: 34995141 PMCID: PMC10993986 DOI: 10.1259/bjr.20200260] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2020] [Revised: 11/25/2021] [Accepted: 12/07/2021] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Lung cancer screening (LCS) by low-dose computed tomography is a strategy for secondary prevention of lung cancer. In the last two decades, LCS trials showed several options to practice secondary prevention in association with primary prevention, however, the translation from trial to practice is everything but simple. In 2020, the European Society of Radiology and European Respiratory Society published their joint statement paper on LCS. This commentary aims to provide the readership with detailed description about hurdles and potential solutions that could be encountered in the practice of LCS.
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- Mario Silva
- Scienze Radiologiche, Department of Medicine and Surgery
(DiMeC), University of Parma,
Parma, Italy
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- Scienze Radiologiche, Department of Medicine and Surgery
(DiMeC), University of Parma,
Parma, Italy
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- Scienze Radiologiche, Department of Medicine and Surgery
(DiMeC), University of Parma,
Parma, Italy
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- Department of Radiology, Kaiser Permanente Northern
California, San Leandro,
California, USA
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- Section of Thoracic Surgery, IRCCS Istituto Nazionale
Tumori, Milano,
Italy
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- Scienze Radiologiche, Department of Medicine and Surgery
(DiMeC), University of Parma,
Parma, Italy
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Payne RG, Anker CJ, Sprague BL, No HJ, Lin SH, Lester-Coll NH. Active Surveillance for Early Stage Lung Cancer. Clin Lung Cancer 2022; 23:226-235. [DOI: 10.1016/j.cllc.2022.01.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2021] [Revised: 11/30/2021] [Accepted: 01/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Management of Ground-Glass Nodules: When and How to Operate? Cancers (Basel) 2022; 14:cancers14030715. [PMID: 35158981 PMCID: PMC8833330 DOI: 10.3390/cancers14030715] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2021] [Revised: 01/23/2022] [Accepted: 01/27/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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Simple Summary An increasing number of lung cancer screening programs have detected the frequent occurrence of small pulmonary ground-glass nodules (GGNs). If GGN is an incidental finding, it should be followed according to the guidelines. A multidisciplinary team discussion should be initiated if a new solid component develops or the solid portion grows on follow-up CT. Preoperative attempts to biopsy solid components in part-solid GGNs are often not feasible and not helpful. If malignancy is suspected, a surgical biopsy with the guidance of various localization methods is recommended. Once the GGN is confirmed to be malignant, sub-lobar resection may be reasonable in the majority of cases, and the extent of lung resection should be determined based on the CT finding or intraoperative frozen section examination using special inflation technique. Although rare, the recurrence in the remaining lobe can occur especially in patients with high risk histologic features, which currently cannot accurately diagnosed either pre- or intra-operatively. Abstract With the increased popularity of low-dose computed tomography (LDCT), many patients present with pulmonary ground-glass nodules (GGNs), and the appropriate diagnostic and management strategy of those lesions make physicians be on the horn of the clinical dilemma. As there is not enough data available to set universally acceptable guidelines, the management of GGNs may be different. If GGN is an incidental finding through LDCT, the lesion should be followed according to the current guidelines. We recommend a multidisciplinary team discussion to be initiated if a new solid component develops or the solid portion size grows on follow-up CT as the risk of malignancy is high. Attempts to preoperatively biopsy solid components in part-solid GGNs are often not feasible and not helpful in clinical settings. Currently, if malignancy is suspected, a surgical biopsy with the guidance of various localization methods is recommended. If malignancy is confirmed, sub-lobar resection may provide an excellent oncologic outcome.
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Dickson JL, Horst C, Nair A, Tisi S, Prendecki R, Janes SM. Hesitancy around low-dose CT screening for lung cancer. Ann Oncol 2022; 33:34-41. [PMID: 34555501 DOI: 10.1016/j.annonc.2021.09.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2020] [Revised: 09/07/2021] [Accepted: 09/12/2021] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death worldwide. The absence of symptoms in early-stage (I/II) disease, when curative treatment is possible, results in >70% of cases being diagnosed at late stage (III/IV), when treatment is rarely curative. This contributes greatly to the poor prognosis of lung cancer, which sees only 16.2% of individuals diagnosed with the disease alive at 5 years. Early detection is key to improving lung cancer survival outcomes. As a result, there has been longstanding interest in finding a reliable screening test. After little success with chest radiography and sputum cytology, in 2011 the United States National Lung Screening Trial demonstrated that annual low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) screening reduced lung cancer-specific mortality by 20%, when compared with annual chest radiography. In 2020, the NELSON study demonstrated an even greater reduction in lung cancer-specific mortality for LDCT screening at 0, 1, 3 and 5.5 years of 24% in men, when compared to no screening. Despite these impressive results, a call to arms in the 2017 European position statement on lung cancer screening (LCS) and the widespread introduction across the United States, there was, until recently, no population-based European national screening programme in place. We address the potential barriers and outstanding concerns including common screening foes, such as false-positive tests, overdiagnosis and the negative psychological impact of screening, as well as others more unique to LDCT LCS, including appropriate risk stratification of potential participants, radiation exposure and incidental findings. In doing this, we conclude that whilst the evidence generated from ongoing work can be used to refine the screening process, for those risks which remain, appropriate and acceptable mitigations are available, and none should serve as barriers to the implementation of national unified LCS programmes across Europe and beyond.
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- J L Dickson
- Lungs for Living Research Centre, UCL Respiratory, University College London, London, UK
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- Lungs for Living Research Centre, UCL Respiratory, University College London, London, UK
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- Lungs for Living Research Centre, UCL Respiratory, University College London, London, UK; Department of Radiology, University College London Hospital, London, UK
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- Lungs for Living Research Centre, UCL Respiratory, University College London, London, UK
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- Lungs for Living Research Centre, UCL Respiratory, University College London, London, UK
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- Lungs for Living Research Centre, UCL Respiratory, University College London, London, UK; Department of Thoracic Medicine, University College London Hospital, London, UK.
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Xue LM, Li Y, Zhang Y, Wang SC, Zhang RY, Ye JD, Yu H, Qiang JW. A predictive nomogram for two-year growth of CT-indeterminate small pulmonary nodules. Eur Radiol 2021; 32:2672-2682. [PMID: 34677668 DOI: 10.1007/s00330-021-08343-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2020] [Revised: 08/23/2021] [Accepted: 08/26/2021] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Lung cancer is the most common cancer and the leading cause of cancer-related death worldwide. The optimal management of computed tomography (CT)-indeterminate pulmonary nodules is important. To optimize individualized follow-up strategies, we developed a radiomics nomogram for predicting 2-year growth in case of indeterminate small pulmonary nodules. METHODS A total of 215 histopathology-confirmed small pulmonary nodules (21 benign and 194 malignant) in 205 patients with ultra-high-resolution CT (U-HRCT) were divided into growth and nongrowth nodules and were randomly allocated to the primary (n = 151) or validation (n = 64) group. The least absolute shrinkage and selection operator (LASSO) method was used for radiomics feature selection and radiomics signature determination. Multivariable logistic regression analysis was used to develop a radiomics nomogram that integrated the radiomics signature with significant clinical parameters (sex and nodule type). The area under the curve (AUC) was applied to assess the predictive performance of the radiomics nomogram. The net benefit of the radiomics nomogram was assessed using a clinical decision curve. RESULTS The radiomics signature and nomogram yielded AUCs of 0.892 (95% confidence interval [CI]: 0.843-0.940) and 0.911 (95% CI: 0.867-0.955), respectively, in the primary group and 0.826 (95% CI: 0.727-0.926) and 0.843 (95% CI: 0.749-0.937), respectively, in the validation group. The clinical usefulness of the nomogram was demonstrated by decision curve analysis. CONCLUSIONS A radiomics nomogram was developed by integrating the radiomics signature with clinical parameters and was easily used for the individualized prediction of two-year growth in case of CT-indeterminate small pulmonary nodules. KEY POINTS • A radiomics nomogram was developed for predicting the two-year growth of CT-indeterminate small pulmonary nodules. • The nomogram integrated a CT-based radiomics signature with clinical parameters and was valuable in developing an individualized follow-up strategy for patients with indeterminate small pulmonary nodules.
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- Li Min Xue
- Department of Radiology, Jinshan Hospital, Fudan University, 1508 Longhang Road, Shanghai, 201508, China.,Shanghai Institute of Medical Imaging, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Department of Radiology, Jinshan Hospital, Fudan University, 1508 Longhang Road, Shanghai, 201508, China
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- Department of Radiology, Shanghai Chest Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, 241 Huaihai Road, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Department of Radiology, Jinshan Hospital, Fudan University, 1508 Longhang Road, Shanghai, 201508, China
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- Department of Radiology, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, 108 Fenglin Road, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Department of Radiology, Shanghai Chest Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, 241 Huaihai Road, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Department of Radiology, Shanghai Chest Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, 241 Huaihai Road, Shanghai, 200032, China.
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- Department of Radiology, Jinshan Hospital, Fudan University, 1508 Longhang Road, Shanghai, 201508, China.
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Xiao R, Huang Y, Meng S, Liu X, Zhao X, Wang J, Li X. A cross-sectional study of psychological burden in Chinese patients with pulmonary nodules: Prevalence and impact on the management of nodules. Thorac Cancer 2021; 12:3150-3156. [PMID: 34651451 PMCID: PMC8636209 DOI: 10.1111/1759-7714.14165] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2021] [Revised: 09/08/2021] [Accepted: 09/09/2021] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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Background Uncertainty after the detection of pulmonary nodules (PNs) can cause psychological burden. We designed this study to quantitatively evaluate the prevalence, severity and possible impact of this burden on the preference of patients for management of nodules. Methods The Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) was used to evaluate psychological burden in patients. An independent t‐test and a Mann–Whitney U test were used to determine the significance of differences between groups in continuous variables. A chi‐square test was used to determine the significance of difference between groups in categorical variables. Results A total of 334 inpatients diagnosed with PNs were included in the study. A total of 17.96% of the participates screened positive for anxiety and 14.67% for depression. Female patients had significantly higher positive rates of both anxiety and depression screenings than male patients (21.57% vs. 12.31%, p = 0.032 and 18.05% vs. 9.30%, p = 0.028, respectively). Among patients screened positive for anxiety, the proportion of those who chose more aggressive management was significantly higher (34/60 vs. 113/274, p = 0.029). The rate of benign or precursor disease resected was significantly higher in patients with more aggressive management (46.94% vs. 9.63%, p < 0.01). Conclusions Anxiety and depression are common in Chinese patients with PNs. Patients with positive HADS anxiety screening results are more likely to adopt more aggressive management that leads to a higher rate of benign or precursor disease resected/biopsied. This study alerts clinicians to the need to assess and possibly treat emotional responses.
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- Rongxin Xiao
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Centre of Thoracic Minimally Invasive Surgery, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Beijing Haidian Hospital, Haidian Section of Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Beijing Haidian Hospital, Haidian Section of Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Centre of Thoracic Minimally Invasive Surgery, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Centre of Thoracic Minimally Invasive Surgery, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Centre of Thoracic Minimally Invasive Surgery, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Centre of Thoracic Minimally Invasive Surgery, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing, China
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Wang X, Wu M, Shen H, Nie Y, Zhang K, Wei Z, Wang Z, Yang F, Chen K. Comparison of Clinical and Pathological Characteristics Between Extremely Multiple GGNs and Single GGNs. Front Oncol 2021; 11:725475. [PMID: 34621675 PMCID: PMC8490711 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2021.725475] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2021] [Accepted: 08/24/2021] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Objective This study aims to compare the clinical and pathological characteristics between patients undergoing surgery for extremely multiple ground-glass nodules (GGNs) and those for single GGN. Methods We defined extremely multiple GGNs as follows: (i) number of GGNs ≥3, (ii) GGN diameter between 3 and 30 mm, and (iii) no less than three nodules that were surgically removed and pathologically diagnosed. Patients with extremely multiple GGNs and single GGNs who underwent surgery at the same time were retrospectively analyzed. The patients were divided into three groups according to the number of nodules: exceedingly multiple nodules (EMN) group (>10), highly multiple nodules (HMN) group (three to 10), and single nodule (SN) group. The clinical and pathological characteristics, surgical methods and prognosis were analyzed. Results Ninety-nine patients with single nodules and 102 patients with extremely multiple nodules were enrolled. Among the patients with extremely multiple nodules, 43 (42.2%) had >10 nodules. There were no significant differences in demographic characteristics, such as age, sex, and smoking history, between the groups, but there were differences in tumor characteristics. All patients with >10 nodules showed bilateral pulmonary nodules and presented with both pure and mixed GGNs. The single GGNs were smaller in diameter, and the proportion of mixed GGNs and pathologically invasive adenocarcinoma was lower than that of the primary nodules in the exceedingly multiple GGNs group (p < 0.05). However, the proportion of both mixed GGNs and malignant nodules decreased significantly with the increasing number of total lesions. During postoperative follow-up, one patient in the highly multiple nodules group had a local recurrence, and 16 (15.7%) patients in the extremely multiple GGNs group and 10 (9.8%) patients in the single GGN group had enlarged unresected GGNs or additional GGNs. Conclusions Our study revealed the clinical and pathologic characteristics, surgical methods, and prognosis of patients with extremely multiple GGNs and compared them with those of patients with a single GGN. Although the primary nodules in extremely multiple GGNs may have higher malignancy than those in the single nodule group, the proportion of both mGGNs and malignant nodules decreased significantly with the increasing number of lesions, and the prognosis of patients with extremely multiple GGNs was satisfied.
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- Xin Wang
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Peking University People's Hospital, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Peking University People's Hospital, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Peking University People's Hospital, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Peking University People's Hospital, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Peking University People's Hospital, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Peking University People's Hospital, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Peking University People's Hospital, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Peking University People's Hospital, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Peking University People's Hospital, Peking University, Beijing, China
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Kim YW, Kwon BS, Lim SY, Lee YJ, Park JS, Cho YJ, Yoon HI, Lee KW, Lee JH, Chung JH, Ji E, Lee CT. Lung cancer probability and clinical outcomes of baseline and new subsolid nodules detected on low-dose CT screening. Thorax 2021; 76:980-988. [PMID: 33859050 PMCID: PMC8461405 DOI: 10.1136/thoraxjnl-2020-215107] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2020] [Revised: 01/25/2021] [Accepted: 01/26/2021] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Limited data are available regarding the management of subsolid nodules detected on lung cancer screening with low-dose CT (LDCT). We aimed to determine the characteristics of screen-detected subsolid nodules, and to evaluate the probability of lung cancer and the clinical course of subsolid nodules detected at baseline and during follow-up screening. METHODS We evaluated 50 132 asymptomatic adults (22 631 never-smokers and 27 501 ever-smokers) who underwent LDCT screening for lung cancer between May 2003 and June 2019 at a tertiary centre in South Korea. The incidence, characteristics and clinical outcomes of the baseline and new screen-detected subsolid nodules were determined. RESULTS A total of 6725 subsolid nodules (5116 pure ground glass opacity nodules and 1609 part-solid nodules) were detected in 4545 participants (1484 new subsolid nodules detected in 937 (1.9%) participants; the overall incidence of subsolid nodules: 10.7% in never-smokers and 7.7% in ever-smokers, p<0.001). Among 4918 subsolid nodules that underwent follow-up with CT scans (the mean number of CT scans, including the baseline LDCT scan: 4.6), 2116 nodules (30.0% of baseline subsolid nodules and 78.9% of new subsolid nodules) resolved spontaneously. Among 293 biopsied subsolid nodules, 227 (77.5%) nodules were diagnosed as lung cancer, of which 226 (99.6%) were adenocarcinomas. No significant difference was observed in pathological invasiveness or the initial stage between the baseline and new cancerous subsolid nodules. Multivariable analyses revealed that new detection at follow-up screening was significantly associated with a lower probability of lung cancer (OR 0.26, 95% CI 0.14 to 0.49) and overall growth (OR 0.39, 95% CI 0.26 to 0.59), but with a higher probability of resolution (OR 6.30, 95% CI 5.09 to 7.81). CONCLUSIONS LDCT screening led to a considerably high rate of subsolid nodule detection, particularly in never-smokers. Compared with the baseline subsolid nodules, the new subsolid nodules were associated with a lower probability of lung cancer and higher probability of spontaneous resolution, indicating their more inflammatory nature. Less aggressive follow-up may be allowed for new subsolid nodules, particularly in screening programmes for Asian populations.
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- Yeon Wook Kim
- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
- Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam, South Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
- Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam, South Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
- Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam, South Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
- Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam, South Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
- Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam, South Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
- Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam, South Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
- Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam, South Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam, South Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
- Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam, South Korea
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- Department of Pathology and Translational Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam, South Korea
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- Medical Research Collaborating Center, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam, South Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
- Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam, South Korea
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Gregoire J. Guiding Principles in the Management of Synchronous and Metachronous Primary Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Thorac Surg Clin 2021; 31:237-254. [PMID: 34304832 DOI: 10.1016/j.thorsurg.2021.05.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Multiple lung cancers can be found simultaneously, with incidence ranging from 1% to 8%. Documentation of more than 1 pulmonary lesion can be challenging, because these solid, ground-glass, or mixed-density tumors may represent multicentric malignant disease or intrapulmonary metastases. If mediastinal nodal and distant deposits are excluded, surgery should be contemplated. After surgical treatment of lung cancer, patients should be followed closely for an undetermined period of time. Good clinical judgment is of outmost importance in deciding which individuals will benefit from those surgical interventions and which are candidates for alternate therapies. Every case should be discussed in a multidisciplinary meeting.
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- Jocelyn Gregoire
- Institut Universitaire de Cardiologie et de Pneumologie de Québec, 2725 Chemin Sainte-Foy, Quebec, Quebec G1V 4G5, Canada.
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Azour L, Ko JP, Washer SL, Lanier A, Brusca-Augello G, Alpert JB, Moore WH. Incidental Lung Nodules on Cross-sectional Imaging: Current Reporting and Management. Radiol Clin North Am 2021; 59:535-549. [PMID: 34053604 DOI: 10.1016/j.rcl.2021.03.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Pulmonary nodules are the most common incidental finding in the chest, particularly on computed tomographs that include a portion or all of the chest, and may be encountered more frequently with increasing utilization of cross-sectional imaging. Established guidelines address the reporting and management of incidental pulmonary nodules, both solid and subsolid, synthesizing nodule and patient features to distinguish benign nodules from those of potential clinical consequence. Standard nodule assessment is essential for the accurate reporting of nodule size, attenuation, and morphology, all features with varying risk implications and thus management recommendations.
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- Lea Azour
- Department of Radiology, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, NYU Langone Health, Center for Biomedical Imaging, 660 First Avenue, New York, NY 10016, USA.
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- Department of Radiology, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, NYU Langone Health, Center for Biomedical Imaging, 660 First Avenue, New York, NY 10016, USA
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- Department of Radiology, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, NYU Langone Health, Center for Biomedical Imaging, 660 First Avenue, New York, NY 10016, USA
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- Department of Radiology, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, NYU Langone Health, Center for Biomedical Imaging, 660 First Avenue, New York, NY 10016, USA
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- Department of Radiology, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, NYU Langone Health, Center for Biomedical Imaging, 660 First Avenue, New York, NY 10016, USA
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- Department of Radiology, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, NYU Langone Health, Center for Biomedical Imaging, 660 First Avenue, New York, NY 10016, USA
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- Department of Radiology, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, NYU Langone Health, Center for Biomedical Imaging, 660 First Avenue, New York, NY 10016, USA
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Succony L, Rassl DM, Barker AP, McCaughan FM, Rintoul RC. Adenocarcinoma spectrum lesions of the lung: Detection, pathology and treatment strategies. Cancer Treat Rev 2021; 99:102237. [PMID: 34182217 DOI: 10.1016/j.ctrv.2021.102237] [Citation(s) in RCA: 99] [Impact Index Per Article: 33.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2021] [Revised: 05/24/2021] [Accepted: 05/26/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Adenocarcinoma has become the most prevalent lung cancer sub-type and its frequency is increasing. The earliest stages in the development of lung adenocarcinomas are visible using modern computed tomography (CT) as ground glass nodules. These pre-invasive nodules can progress over time to become invasive lung adenocarcinomas. Lesions in this developmental pathway are termed 'adenocarcinoma spectrum' lesions. With the introduction of lung cancer screening programs there has been an increase in the detection of these lesions raising questions about natural history, surveillance and treatment. Here we review how the radiological appearance of an adenocarcinoma spectrum lesion relates to its underlying pathology and explore the natural history and factors driving lesion progression. We examine the molecular changes that occur at each stage of adenocarcinoma spectrum lesion development, including the effects of the driver mutations, EGFR and KRAS, that are key to invasive adenocarcinoma pathology. A better understanding of the development of pre-invasive disease will create treatment targets. Our understanding of how tumours interact with the immune system has led to the development of new therapeutic strategies. We review the role of the immune system in the development of adenocarcinoma spectrum lesions. With a clear preinvasive phase there is an opportunity to treat early adenocarcinoma spectrum lesions before an invasive lung cancer develops. We review current management including surveillance, surgical resection and oncological therapy as well as exploring potential future treatment avenues.
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- L Succony
- Department of Thoracic Oncology, Royal Papworth Hospital, Cambridge CB2 0AY, United Kingdom
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- Department of Pathology, Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge CB2 0AY, United Kingdom
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- Department of Radiology, Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge CB2 0AY, United Kingdom
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- Department of Medicine, University of Cambridge, Addenbrookes Hospital, Cambridge CB2 0QQ, United Kingdom
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- Department of Thoracic Oncology, Royal Papworth Hospital, Cambridge CB2 0AY, United Kingdom; Department of Oncology, University of Cambridge, Cambridge CB2 0QQ United Kingdom.
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Miyoshi T, Aokage K, Wakabayashi M, Shimoyama R, Kataoka T, Fukuda H, Watanabe SI. Prospective evaluation of watchful waiting for early-stage lung cancer with ground-glass opacity: a single-arm confirmatory multicenter study: Japan Clinical Oncology Group study JCOG1906 (EVERGREEN study). Jpn J Clin Oncol 2021; 51:1330-1333. [PMID: 34021345 DOI: 10.1093/jjco/hyab074] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2021] [Accepted: 04/30/2021] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Among early-stage lung cancers that show ground-glass nodules on chest computed tomography, the lung cancer surgical study group of the Japan Clinical Oncology Group previously reported that nodules of ≤2 cm with a consolidation/tumor ratio of ≤0.25 were considered radiologically non-invasive cancers with a low risk of metastasis. However, there is no consensus based on high-quality evidence about the optimal timing of surgical intervention for radiologically non-invasive cancers. In June 2020, we launched a multi-institutional, single-arm confirmatory trial to evaluate the efficacy and safety of watchful waiting for patients with radiologically non-invasive lung cancer. It is planned that a total of 720 patients will be enrolled from 49 institutes over a 5-year period. The primary endpoint is 10-year overall survival (OS). The secondary endpoints are 5-year OS, operation-free survival, proportion of extensive lung resection, proportion of unresectable progression, lung cancer-specific survival and adverse events.
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- Tomohiro Miyoshi
- Division of Thoracic Surgery, National Cancer Center Hospital East, Chiba, Japan
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- Division of Thoracic Surgery, National Cancer Center Hospital East, Chiba, Japan
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- JCOG Data Center/Operations Office, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- JCOG Data Center/Operations Office, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- JCOG Data Center/Operations Office, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- JCOG Data Center/Operations Office, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Division of Thoracic Surgery, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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Ricciardi S, Booton R, Petersen RH, Infante M, Scarci M, Veronesi G, Cardillo G. Managing of screening-detected sub-solid nodules-a European perspective. Transl Lung Cancer Res 2021; 10:2368-2377. [PMID: 34164284 PMCID: PMC8182699 DOI: 10.21037/tlcr.2020.03.37] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Since the National Lung Screening Trial in 2011 showed a 20% reduction in lung cancer mortality using annual low-dose computed tomography (LDCT), several randomised controlled trials and studies have been started in Europe. These include the Italian lung study (ITALUNG), the Dutch-Belgian lung cancer screening trial (NELSON), the UK lung cancer screening trial (UKLS), the Detection and screening of early lung cancer with novel imaging technology (DANTE), the Danish lung cancer screening trial (DLCST), the German lung cancer screening intervention trial (LUSI), the Multicentric Italian lung detection trial (MILD) and the CT screening for lung cancer study (COSMOS). As a result of the increasing number of screening trials and the growing utilization of LDCT, the high detection of subsolid nodules is an increasingly important clinical problem. In the last few years, several guidelines have been published and providing guidance on the optimal management of subsolid nodules, but many controversies still exist. Follow-up imaging plays an important role in clinical assessment and subsequent management of this particular type of lung nodules, since they can be transient inflammatory lesions, and if persistent they can be both benign lesions or lung cancers of variable clinical behaviour. However, the vast majority of subsolid nodules retain an indolent course over many years. The aim of this review is to present a European perspective in management of screening detected subsolid nodules.
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- Sara Ricciardi
- Division of Thoracic Surgery, Department of Surgical, Medical, Molecular, Pathology and Critical Care, University Hospital of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
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- North West Lung Centre, Wythenshawe Hospital, Manchester University Foundation Trust & School of Biological Sciences, The University of Manchester, Manchester UK
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Copenhagen University, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, University and Hospital Trust, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, S. Gerardo Hospital, Monza, Italy
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- Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University Milan, Milan, Italy.,IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
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- Unit of Thoracic Surgery, Azienda Ospedaliera San Camillo-Forlanini, Rome, Italy
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Silva M, Milanese G, Ledda RE, Pastorino U, Sverzellati N. Screen-detected solid nodules: from detection of nodule to structured reporting. Transl Lung Cancer Res 2021; 10:2335-2346. [PMID: 34164281 PMCID: PMC8182712 DOI: 10.21037/tlcr-20-296] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Lung cancer screening (LCS) is gaining some interest worldwide after positive results from International trials. Unlike other screening practices, LCS is performed by an extremely sensitive test, namely low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) that can detect the smallest nodules in lung parenchyma. Up-to-date detection approaches, such as computer aided detection systems, have been increasingly employed for lung nodule automatic identification and are largely used in most LCS programs as a complementary tool to visual reading. Solid nodules of any size are represented in the vast majority of subjects undergoing LDCT. However, less than 1% of solid nodules will be diagnosed lung cancer. This fact calls for specific characterization of nodules to avoid false positives, overinvestigation, and reduce the risks associated with nodule work up. Recent research has been exploring the potential of artificial intelligence, including deep learning techniques, to enhance the accuracy of both detection and characterisation of lung nodule. Computer aided detection and diagnosis algorithms based on artificial intelligence approaches have demonstrated the ability to accurately detect and characterize parenchymal nodules, reducing the number of false positives, and to outperform some of the currently used risk models for prediction of lung cancer risk, potentially reducing the proportion of surveillance CT scans. These forthcoming approaches will eventually integrate a new reasoning for development of future guidelines, which are expected to evolve into precision and personalized stratification of lung cancer risk stratification by continuous fashion, as opposed to the current format with a limited number of risk classes within fixed thresholds of nodule size. This review aims to detail the standard of reference for optimal management of solid nodules by low-dose computed and its projection into the fine selection of candidates for work up.
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- Mario Silva
- Scienze Radiologiche, Department of Medicine and Surgery (DiMeC), University of Parma, Parma, Italy
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- Scienze Radiologiche, Department of Medicine and Surgery (DiMeC), University of Parma, Parma, Italy
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- Scienze Radiologiche, Department of Medicine and Surgery (DiMeC), University of Parma, Parma, Italy
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- Section of Thoracic Surgery, IRCCS Istituto Nazionale Tumori, Milano, Italy
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- Scienze Radiologiche, Department of Medicine and Surgery (DiMeC), University of Parma, Parma, Italy
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Kim H, Goo JM, Kim TJ, Kim HY, Gu G, Gil B, Kim W, Park SY, Park J, Park J, Park H, Song W, Shin KE, Oh J, Yoon SH, Lee S, Lee Y, Lim WH, Jeong WG, Jung JI, Cha MJ, Choi S, In Choi H, Ham SY, Kim Y. Effectiveness of radiologist training in improving reader agreement for Lung-RADS 4X categorization. Eur Radiol 2021; 31:8147-8159. [PMID: 33884472 DOI: 10.1007/s00330-021-07990-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2020] [Revised: 03/11/2021] [Accepted: 04/08/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To identify the agreement on Lung CT Screening Reporting and Data System 4X categorization between radiologists and an expert-adjudicated reference standard and to investigate whether training led to improvement of the agreement measures and diagnostic potential for lung cancer. METHODS Category 4 nodules in the Korean Lung Cancer Screening Project were identified retrospectively, and each 4X nodule was matched with one 4A or 4B nodule. An expert panel re-evaluated the categories and determined the reference standard. Nineteen radiologists were asked to determine the presence of CT features of malignancy and 4X categorization for each nodule. A review was performed in two sessions, and training material was given after session 1. Agreement on 4X categorization between radiologists and the expert-adjudicated reference standard and agreement between radiologist-assessed 4X categorization and lung cancer diagnosis were evaluated. RESULTS The 48 expert-adjudicated 4X nodules and 64 non-4X nodules were evenly distributed in each session. The proportion of category 4X decreased after training (56.4% ± 16.9% vs. 33.4% ± 8.0%; p < 0.001). Cohen's κ indicated poor agreement (0.39 ± 0.16) in session 1, but agreement improved in session 2 (0.47 ± 0.09; p = 0.03). The increase in agreement in session 2 was observed among inexperienced radiologists (p < 0.05), and experienced and inexperienced reviewers exhibited comparable agreement performance in session 2 (p > 0.05). All agreement measures between radiologist-assessed 4X categorization and lung cancer diagnosis increased in session 2 (p < 0.05). CONCLUSION Radiologist training can improve reader agreement on 4X categorization, leading to enhanced diagnostic performance for lung cancer. KEY POINTS • Agreement on 4X categorization between radiologists and an expert-adjudicated reference standard was initially poor, but improved significantly after training. • The mean proportion of 4X categorization by 19 radiologists decreased from 56.4% ± 16.9% in session 1 to 33.4% ± 8.0% in session 2. • All agreement measures between the 4X categorization and lung cancer diagnosis increased significantly in session 2, implying that appropriate training and guidance increased the diagnostic potential of category 4X.
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- Hyungjin Kim
- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University College of Medicine, 101, Daehak-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03080, South Korea.,Institute of Radiation Medicine, Seoul National University Medical Research Center, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University College of Medicine, 101, Daehak-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03080, South Korea. .,Institute of Radiation Medicine, Seoul National University Medical Research Center, Seoul, South Korea. .,Cancer Research Institute, Seoul National University, Seoul, South Korea.
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- Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
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- Pohang St. Mary's Hospital, Pohang, South Korea
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- Bucheon St. Mary's Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, South Korea
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- Asan Medical Center, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University College of Medicine, 101, Daehak-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03080, South Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University College of Medicine, 101, Daehak-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03080, South Korea
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- SoonChunHyang University Bucheon Hospital, Bucheon, South Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University College of Medicine, 101, Daehak-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03080, South Korea
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- Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam, South Korea
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- Hanyang University Guri Hospital, Guri, South Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University College of Medicine, 101, Daehak-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03080, South Korea
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- Chonnam National University Hwasun Hospital, Hwasun-gun, South Korea
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- Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, South Korea
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- Chung-Ang University Hospital, Seoul, South Korea
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- Wesarang Internal Medicine Clinic, Jeonju, South Korea
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- Korean Armed Forces Capital Hospital, Seongnam, South Korea
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- Sungkyunkwan University Kangbuk Samsung Hospital, Seoul, South Korea
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- National Cancer Center, Goyang, South Korea
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Chi J, Ding M, Wang Z, Hu H, Shi Y, Cui D, Zhao X, Zhai B. Pathologic Diagnosis and Genetic Analysis of Sequential Biopsy Following Coaxial Low-Power Microwave Thermal Coagulation For Pulmonary Ground-Glass Opacity Nodules. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol 2021; 44:1204-1213. [PMID: 33825064 DOI: 10.1007/s00270-021-02782-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2020] [Accepted: 01/22/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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PURPOSE To evaluate the feasibility, safety, and diagnostic performance of sequential core-needle biopsy (CNB) technique following coaxial low-power microwave thermal coagulation (MTC) for ground-glass opacity (GGO) nodules. MATERIALS AND METHODS From December 2017 to July 2019, a total of 32 GGOs (with diameter of 12 ± 4 mm) in 31 patients received two times of CNBs, both prior to and immediately after MTC at a power of 20 watts. The frequency and type of complications associated with CNBs were examined. The pathologic diagnosis and genetic analysis were performed for specimens obtained from the two types of biopsy. RESULTS The technical success rates of pre- and post-MTC CNBs were 94% and 100%, respectively. The complication rate was significantly lower with post-MTC CNB as compared to pre-MTC CNB (42% versus 97%, p < 0.001). Larger amount of specimens could be obtained by post-MTC CNB. The pathological diagnosis rate of post-MTC CNB was significantly higher than that of pre-MTC CNB (100% versus 75%, p = 0.008), whereas the success rates of genetic analysis were comparable between the two groups (100% versus 84%, p = 0.063). Regular ablation could be further performed after post-MTC CNB to achieve local tumor control. CONCLUSION Sequential biopsy following coaxial low-power MTC can reduce the risk of complications and provide high-quality specimens for pulmonary GGOs. Combining this technique with standard ablation allows for simultaneous diagnosis and treatment within a single procedure.
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- Jiachang Chi
- Department of Interventional Oncology, School of Medicine, Renji Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University, 160# Pujian Road, Shanghai, 200127, China
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- Department of Interventional Oncology, School of Medicine, Renji Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University, 160# Pujian Road, Shanghai, 200127, China
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- Department of Interventional Oncology, School of Medicine, Renji Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University, 160# Pujian Road, Shanghai, 200127, China
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- Department of Interventional Oncology, School of Medicine, Renji Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University, 160# Pujian Road, Shanghai, 200127, China
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- Department of Interventional Oncology, School of Medicine, Renji Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University, 160# Pujian Road, Shanghai, 200127, China
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- Department of Interventional Oncology, School of Medicine, Renji Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University, 160# Pujian Road, Shanghai, 200127, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, School of Medicine, Renji Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Interventional Oncology, School of Medicine, Renji Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University, 160# Pujian Road, Shanghai, 200127, China.
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Couraud S, Ferretti G, Milleron B, Cortot A, Girard N, Gounant V, Laurent F, Leleu O, Quoix E, Revel MP, Wislez M, Westeel V, Zalcman G, Scherpereel A, Khalil A. [Recommendations of French specialists on screening for lung cancer]. Rev Mal Respir 2021; 38:310-325. [PMID: 33637394 DOI: 10.1016/j.rmr.2021.02.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2020] [Accepted: 01/25/2021] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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- S Couraud
- Service de pneumologie aiguë spécialisée et cancérologie thoracique, hospices civils de Lyon, hôpital Lyon Sud, Pierre-Bénite, France; Intergroupe francophone de cancérologie thoracique, Paris, France.
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- Intergroupe francophone de cancérologie thoracique, Paris, France; Service de radiologie diagnostique et interventionnel, CHU de Grenoble-Alpes, Grenoble, France
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- Intergroupe francophone de cancérologie thoracique, Paris, France
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- Intergroupe francophone de cancérologie thoracique, Paris, France; Service de pneumologie et oncologie thoracique, CHU de Lille, Lille, France
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- Intergroupe francophone de cancérologie thoracique, Paris, France; Unité d'oncologie thoracique, institut Curie, Paris, France
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- Intergroupe francophone de cancérologie thoracique, Paris, France; Service d'oncologie thoracique, groupe hospitalier Bichat-Claude-Bernard, AP-HP, Paris, France
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- Service de radiologie, CHU de Bordeaux, Pessac, France
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- Intergroupe francophone de cancérologie thoracique, Paris, France; Service de pneumologie, centre hospitalier Abbeville, Abbeville, France
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- Intergroupe francophone de cancérologie thoracique, Paris, France; Service de pneumologie, CHRU Strasbourg, Strasbourg, France
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- Service de radiologie, hôpital Cochin, Paris, France
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- Intergroupe francophone de cancérologie thoracique, Paris, France; Service d'oncologie thoracique, hôpital Cochin, Paris, France
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- Intergroupe francophone de cancérologie thoracique, Paris, France; Service de pneumologie et cancérologie thoracique, CHU de Besançon, Besançon, France
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- Intergroupe francophone de cancérologie thoracique, Paris, France; Service d'oncologie thoracique, groupe hospitalier Bichat-Claude-Bernard, AP-HP, Paris, France
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- Intergroupe francophone de cancérologie thoracique, Paris, France; Service de pneumologie et oncologie thoracique, CHU de Lille, Lille, France
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- Intergroupe francophone de cancérologie thoracique, Paris, France; Service de radiologie, groupe hospitalier Bichat-Claude-Bernard, AP-HP, Paris, France
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Fernandes S, Williams G, Williams E, Ehrlich K, Stone J, Finlayson N, Bradley M, Thomson RR, Akram AR, Dhaliwal K. Solitary pulmonary nodule imaging approaches and the role of optical fibre-based technologies. Eur Respir J 2021; 57:2002537. [PMID: 33060152 PMCID: PMC8174723 DOI: 10.1183/13993003.02537-2020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2019] [Accepted: 09/29/2020] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Solitary pulmonary nodules (SPNs) are a clinical challenge, given there is no single clinical sign or radiological feature that definitively identifies a benign from a malignant SPN. The early detection of lung cancer has a huge impact on survival outcome. Consequently, there is great interest in the prompt diagnosis, and treatment of malignant SPNs. Current diagnostic pathways involve endobronchial/transthoracic tissue biopsies or radiological surveillance, which can be associated with suboptimal diagnostic yield, healthcare costs and patient anxiety. Cutting-edge technologies are needed to disrupt and improve, existing care pathways. Optical fibre-based techniques, which can be delivered via the working channel of a bronchoscope or via transthoracic needle, may deliver advanced diagnostic capabilities in patients with SPNs. Optical endomicroscopy, an autofluorescence-based imaging technique, demonstrates abnormal alveolar structure in SPNs in vivo Alternative optical fingerprinting approaches, such as time-resolved fluorescence spectroscopy and fluorescence-lifetime imaging microscopy, have shown promise in discriminating lung cancer from surrounding healthy tissue. Whilst fibre-based Raman spectroscopy has enabled real-time characterisation of SPNs in vivo Fibre-based technologies have the potential to enable in situ characterisation and real-time microscopic imaging of SPNs, which could aid immediate treatment decisions in patients with SPNs. This review discusses advances in current imaging modalities for evaluating SPNs, including computed tomography (CT) and positron emission tomography-CT. It explores the emergence of optical fibre-based technologies, and discusses their potential role in patients with SPNs and suspected lung cancer.
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- Susan Fernandes
- Centre for Inflammation Research, Queen's Medical Research Institute, The University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
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- Centre for Inflammation Research, Queen's Medical Research Institute, The University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
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- Centre for Inflammation Research, Queen's Medical Research Institute, The University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
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- Centre for Inflammation Research, Queen's Medical Research Institute, The University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
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- Centre for Inflammation Research, Queen's Medical Research Institute, The University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
- Centre for Photonics and Photonic Materials, Dept of Physics, The University of Bath, Bath, UK
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- Centre for Inflammation Research, Queen's Medical Research Institute, The University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
- Institute for Integrated Micro and Nano Systems, School of Engineering, The University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
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- Centre for Inflammation Research, Queen's Medical Research Institute, The University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
- EaStCHEM, School of Chemistry, The University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
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- Centre for Inflammation Research, Queen's Medical Research Institute, The University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
- Institute of Photonics and Quantum Sciences, School of Engineering and Physical Sciences, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, UK
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- Centre for Inflammation Research, Queen's Medical Research Institute, The University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
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- Centre for Inflammation Research, Queen's Medical Research Institute, The University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
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Intergroupe francophone de cancérologie thoracique, Société de pneumologie de langue française, and Société d'imagerie thoracique statement paper on lung cancer screening. Diagn Interv Imaging 2021; 102:199-211. [PMID: 33648872 DOI: 10.1016/j.diii.2021.01.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2020] [Revised: 01/21/2021] [Accepted: 01/29/2021] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Following the American National Lung Screening Trial results in 2011 a consortium of French experts met to edit a statement. Recent results of other randomized trials gave the opportunity for our group to meet again in order to edit updated guidelines. After literature review, we provide here a new update on lung cancer screening in France. Notably, in accordance with all international guidelines, the experts renew their recommendation in favor of individual screening for lung cancer in France as per the conditions laid out in this document. In addition, the experts recommend the very rapid organization and funding of prospective studies, which, if conclusive, will enable the deployment of lung cancer screening organized at the national level.
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Park S, Lee SM, Kim W, Park H, Jung KH, Do KH, Seo JB. Computer-aided Detection of Subsolid Nodules at Chest CT: Improved Performance with Deep Learning-based CT Section Thickness Reduction. Radiology 2021; 299:211-219. [PMID: 33560190 DOI: 10.1148/radiol.2021203387] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Background Studies on the optimal CT section thickness for detecting subsolid nodules (SSNs) with computer-aided detection (CAD) are lacking. Purpose To assess the effect of CT section thickness on CAD performance in the detection of SSNs and to investigate whether deep learning-based super-resolution algorithms for reducing CT section thickness can improve performance. Materials and Methods CT images obtained with 1-, 3-, and 5-mm-thick sections were obtained in patients who underwent surgery between March 2018 and December 2018. Patients with resected synchronous SSNs and those without SSNs (negative controls) were retrospectively evaluated. The SSNs, which ranged from 6 to 30 mm, were labeled ground-truth lesions. A deep learning-based CAD system was applied to SSN detection on CT images of each section thickness and those converted from 3- and 5-mm section thickness into 1-mm section thickness by using the super-resolution algorithm. The CAD performance on each section thickness was evaluated and compared by using the jackknife alternative free response receiver operating characteristic figure of merit. Results A total of 308 patients (mean age ± standard deviation, 62 years ± 10; 183 women) with 424 SSNs (310 part-solid and 114 nonsolid nodules) and 182 patients without SSNs (mean age, 65 years ± 10; 97 men) were evaluated. The figures of merit differed across the three section thicknesses (0.92, 0.90, and 0.89 for 1, 3, and 5 mm, respectively; P = .04) and between 1- and 5-mm sections (P = .04). The figures of merit varied for nonsolid nodules (0.78, 0.72, and 0.66 for 1, 3, and 5 mm, respectively; P < .001) but not for part-solid nodules (range, 0.93-0.94; P = .76). The super-resolution algorithm improved CAD sensitivity on 3- and 5-mm-thick sections (P = .02 for 3 mm, P < .001 for 5 mm). Conclusion Computer-aided detection (CAD) of subsolid nodules performed better at 1-mm section thickness CT than at 3- and 5-mm section thickness CT, particularly with nonsolid nodules. Application of a super-resolution algorithm improved the sensitivity of CAD at 3- and 5-mm section thickness CT. © RSNA, 2021 Online supplemental material is available for this article. See also the editorial by Goo in this issue.
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- Sohee Park
- From the Department of Radiology and Research Institute of Radiology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Asan Medical Center, 88 Olympic-ro 43 Gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul 138-736, Korea (S.P., S.M.L., W.K., K.H.D., J.B.S.); and VUNO, Seoul, South Korea (H.P., K.H.J.)
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- From the Department of Radiology and Research Institute of Radiology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Asan Medical Center, 88 Olympic-ro 43 Gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul 138-736, Korea (S.P., S.M.L., W.K., K.H.D., J.B.S.); and VUNO, Seoul, South Korea (H.P., K.H.J.)
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- From the Department of Radiology and Research Institute of Radiology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Asan Medical Center, 88 Olympic-ro 43 Gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul 138-736, Korea (S.P., S.M.L., W.K., K.H.D., J.B.S.); and VUNO, Seoul, South Korea (H.P., K.H.J.)
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- From the Department of Radiology and Research Institute of Radiology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Asan Medical Center, 88 Olympic-ro 43 Gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul 138-736, Korea (S.P., S.M.L., W.K., K.H.D., J.B.S.); and VUNO, Seoul, South Korea (H.P., K.H.J.)
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- From the Department of Radiology and Research Institute of Radiology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Asan Medical Center, 88 Olympic-ro 43 Gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul 138-736, Korea (S.P., S.M.L., W.K., K.H.D., J.B.S.); and VUNO, Seoul, South Korea (H.P., K.H.J.)
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- From the Department of Radiology and Research Institute of Radiology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Asan Medical Center, 88 Olympic-ro 43 Gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul 138-736, Korea (S.P., S.M.L., W.K., K.H.D., J.B.S.); and VUNO, Seoul, South Korea (H.P., K.H.J.)
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- From the Department of Radiology and Research Institute of Radiology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Asan Medical Center, 88 Olympic-ro 43 Gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul 138-736, Korea (S.P., S.M.L., W.K., K.H.D., J.B.S.); and VUNO, Seoul, South Korea (H.P., K.H.J.)
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Bartlett EC, Silva M, Callister ME, Devaraj A. False-Negative Results in Lung Cancer Screening-Evidence and Controversies. J Thorac Oncol 2021; 16:912-921. [PMID: 33545386 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtho.2021.01.1607] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2020] [Revised: 12/22/2020] [Accepted: 01/05/2021] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Identifying false-negative cases is an important quality metric in lung cancer screening, but it has been infrequently and variably reported in previous studies. Although as a proportion of all screening participants, false-negative cases are uncommon, such cases may constitute a substantial proportion of all lung cancers diagnosed (up to 15%) within a screening program. This article reviews the impact and causes of false-negative lung cancer screening tests, including those related to radiologic evaluation, nodule management protocols, and management decisions made by multidisciplinary teams. Following a review of data from international screening studies, this article discusses the controversies within the screening literature surrounding the definition and classification of a false-negative lung cancer screening test and how data on false-negative rates should be captured and recorded. Challenges, such as avoiding overly cautious surveillance of lung nodules while minimizing overdiagnosis and investigation of indolent or benign lesions, are considered. Finally, the advantages and disadvantages of different approaches to dealing with false-negative results in lung cancer screening are discussed.
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- Emily C Bartlett
- Department of Radiology, Royal Brompton Hospital, London, United Kingdom; National Heart and Lung Institute, Imperial College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Section of "Scienze Radiologiche," Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Parma, Parma, Italy
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- St James's University Hospital, The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds, United Kingdom
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- Department of Radiology, Royal Brompton Hospital, London, United Kingdom; National Heart and Lung Institute, Imperial College London, London, United Kingdom.
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Infante MV, Cardillo G. Lung cancer screening in never-smokers: facts and remaining issues. Eur Respir J 2020; 56:56/5/2002949. [DOI: 10.1183/13993003.02949-2020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2020] [Accepted: 08/07/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Azour L, Ko JP, Naidich DP, Moore WH. Shades of Gray: Subsolid Nodule Considerations and Management. Chest 2020; 159:2072-2089. [PMID: 33031828 PMCID: PMC7534873 DOI: 10.1016/j.chest.2020.09.252] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2020] [Revised: 09/16/2020] [Accepted: 09/27/2020] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Subsolid nodules are common on chest CT imaging and may be either benign or malignant. Their varied features and broad differential diagnoses present management challenges. Although subsolid nodules often represent lung adenocarcinomas, other possibilities are common and influence management. Practice guidelines exist for subsolid nodule management for both incidentally and screening-detected nodules, incorporating patient and nodule characteristics. This review highlights the similarities and differences among these algorithms, with the intent of providing a resource for comparison and aid in choosing management options.
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- Lea Azour
- Department of Radiology, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, New York, NY; and NYU Langone Health, New York, NY.
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- Department of Radiology, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, New York, NY; and NYU Langone Health, New York, NY
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- Department of Radiology, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, New York, NY; and NYU Langone Health, New York, NY
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- Department of Radiology, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, New York, NY; and NYU Langone Health, New York, NY
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Tsai PC, Hsu PK, Yeh YC, Chen CK, Chang YY, Huang CS, Hsu HS. Active surveillance or early resection for ground-glass nodules that need preoperative localization. J Surg Oncol 2020; 123:322-331. [PMID: 32989763 DOI: 10.1002/jso.26241] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/21/2020] [Revised: 09/11/2020] [Accepted: 09/17/2020] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Few studies have investigated the impact of active surveillance on pathological outcome ground-glass nodules (GGNs). We focused on GGNs that needed preoperative localization before resection and compared the pathological results between GGNs that underwent early resection or active surveillance. METHODS We retrospectively reviewed data of resected GGNs between January 2017 and December 2018. GGNs were classified by early resection (Group A) and active surveillance (Group B). Group B was subclassified as no (Group B1) and with (Group B2) growth, and intergroup comparison of pathological results was undertaken. RESULTS In total, 509 GGNs (124, 275, and 110 in Groups A, B1, and B2, respectively) were included. Malignancy (primary lung cancer) ratios were 68% and 72% in Groups A and B (p = .312) and 65% and 92% in Groups B1 and B2, respectively (p < .001). The ratios of invasive carcinoma were 21.4%, 9.6%, and 35.6% in Groups A, B1, and B2, respectively. Predictors for invasive carcinoma included history of lung cancer, GGN size ≥ 10 mm, solid size ≥ 6 mm, and GGN growth. CONCLUSIONS The pathological findings were similar for GGNs in the early resection and active surveillance groups. However, rates of malignancy and invasive carcinoma increased in the group that manifested growth during active surveillance.
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- Ping-Chung Tsai
- Department of Surgery, Division of Thoracic Surgery, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Thoracic Surgery, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan.,School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Pathology, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Radiology, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Radiology, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Thoracic Surgery, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan.,School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Thoracic Surgery, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan.,School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan
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Silva M, Milanese G, Kauczor HU, Revel MP, Sverzellati N. Milestones towards lung cancer screening implementation. Clin Radiol 2020; 75:881-885. [PMID: 32863024 DOI: 10.1016/j.crad.2020.07.028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2020] [Accepted: 07/27/2020] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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The European Society of Radiology (ESR) and European Respiratory Society (ERS) published their joint statement paper on lung cancer screening (LCS), on 12 February 2020. This document joins and completes previous recommendations on LCS with specific emphasis on the analysis of issues encountered in the practical implementation of LCS in the community. Major milestones to enable the most efficient and equal dissemination of LCS are recognised as engagement of all stakeholders (e.g. candidate/participant, general practitioners, up to the specialised LCS facility), quality assurance, and primary prevention in the form of provision of counselling for smoking cessation.
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- M Silva
- Scienze Radiologiche, Department of Medicine and Surgery (DiMeC), University of Parma, Italy.
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- Scienze Radiologiche, Department of Medicine and Surgery (DiMeC), University of Parma, Italy
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- Dept of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, University Hospital Heidelberg, German Center of Lung Research, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Radiology Department, Cochin Hospital, APHP, Paris, France
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- Scienze Radiologiche, Department of Medicine and Surgery (DiMeC), University of Parma, Italy
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Zhang Y, Fu F, Chen H. Management of Ground-Glass Opacities in the Lung Cancer Spectrum. Ann Thorac Surg 2020; 110:1796-1804. [PMID: 32525031 DOI: 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2020.04.094] [Citation(s) in RCA: 90] [Impact Index Per Article: 22.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2020] [Revised: 03/27/2020] [Accepted: 04/20/2020] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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BACKGROUND Along with the popularity of low-dose computed tomography lung cancer screening, an increasing number of lung ground-glass opacity (GGO) lesions are detected. This review focuses on lung adenocarcinoma manifesting as GGO. METHODS We performed a literature search of the PubMed/MEDLINE database to identify articles reporting GGO. The following terms were used: GGO, ground-glass opacity, GGN, ground-glass nodule, part-solid nodule, and subsolid nodule. RESULTS GGO is a nonspecific radiologic finding showing a hazy opacity without blocking underlying pulmonary vessels or bronchial structures. The pathology of GGO can be benign, preinvasive, or invasive adenocarcinoma. Although radiographic features may indicate malignancy, a short period of follow-up is the optimal method to distinguish between benign and malignant GGO lesions. Pathologically, not only lepidic, but also nonlepidic growth patterns can present as GGO. Lung adenocarcinoma with a GGO component is associated with excellent survival compared with solid lesions. Moreover, there are distinct prognostic factors in patients with lung adenocarcinoma manifesting as GGO or solid lesions. For selected GGO-featured lung adenocarcinoma, sublobar resection with selective or no mediastinal lymph node dissection may be sufficient. Intraoperative frozen section is an effective method to guide resection strategy. A less intensive postoperative surveillance strategy may be more appropriate given the excellent survival. Management of multiple GGO lesions requires comprehensive considerations of GGO characteristics and patient conditions. CONCLUSIONS Lung adenocarcinoma manifesting as GGO defines a special clinical subtype with excellent prognosis. The management of GGO-featured lung adenocarcinoma should be distinct from that of solid lesions.
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- Yang Zhang
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center, Shanghai, China; Institute of Thoracic Oncology, Fudan University, Shanghai, China; State Key Laboratory of Genetic Engineering, School of Life Sciences, Fudan University, Shanghai, China; Department of Oncology, Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center, Shanghai, China; Institute of Thoracic Oncology, Fudan University, Shanghai, China; State Key Laboratory of Genetic Engineering, School of Life Sciences, Fudan University, Shanghai, China; Department of Oncology, Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center, Shanghai, China; Institute of Thoracic Oncology, Fudan University, Shanghai, China; State Key Laboratory of Genetic Engineering, School of Life Sciences, Fudan University, Shanghai, China; Department of Oncology, Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, Shanghai, China.
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Kauczor HU, Baird AM, Blum TG, Bonomo L, Bostantzoglou C, Burghuber O, Čepická B, Comanescu A, Couraud S, Devaraj A, Jespersen V, Morozov S, Nardi Agmon I, Peled N, Powell P, Prosch H, Ravara S, Rawlinson J, Revel MP, Silva M, Snoeckx A, van Ginneken B, van Meerbeeck JP, Vardavas C, von Stackelberg O, Gaga M. ESR/ERS statement paper on lung cancer screening. Eur Respir J 2020; 55:13993003.00506-2019. [PMID: 32051182 DOI: 10.1183/13993003.00506-2019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 54] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2019] [Accepted: 08/16/2019] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
Abstract
In Europe, lung cancer ranks third among the most common cancers, remaining the biggest killer. Since the publication of the first European Society of Radiology and European Respiratory Society joint white paper on lung cancer screening (LCS) in 2015, many new findings have been published and discussions have increased considerably. Thus, this updated expert opinion represents a narrative, non-systematic review of the evidence from LCS trials and description of the current practice of LCS as well as aspects that have not received adequate attention until now. Reaching out to the potential participants (persons at high risk), optimal communication and shared decision-making will be key starting points. Furthermore, standards for infrastructure, pathways and quality assurance are pivotal, including promoting tobacco cessation, benefits and harms, overdiagnosis, quality, minimum radiation exposure, definition of management of positive screen results and incidental findings linked to respective actions as well as cost-effectiveness. This requires a multidisciplinary team with experts from pulmonology and radiology as well as thoracic oncologists, thoracic surgeons, pathologists, family doctors, patient representatives and others. The ESR and ERS agree that Europe's health systems need to adapt to allow citizens to benefit from organised pathways, rather than unsupervised initiatives, to allow early diagnosis of lung cancer and reduce the mortality rate. Now is the time to set up and conduct demonstration programmes focusing, among other points, on methodology, standardisation, tobacco cessation, education on healthy lifestyle, cost-effectiveness and a central registry.
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- Hans-Ulrich Kauczor
- Dept of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, University Hospital Heidelberg, German Center of Lung Research, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Central Pathology Laboratory, Trinity College Dublin, St. James's Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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- Dept of Radiology, Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli, Rome, Italy
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- Service de Pneumologie et Oncologie Thoracique, Hospices Civils de Lyon, CH Lyon Sud, Pierre Bénite, France.,Faculté de Médecine et de Maïeutique Lyon Sud - Charles Mérieux, Université Claude Bernard Lyon I, Oullins, France
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- Dept of Health Care of Moscow, Research and Practical Clinical Center of Diagnostics and Telemedicine Technologies, Moscow, Russian Federation
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- Thoracic Cancer Unit, Rabin Medical Center, Petach Tiqwa, Israel
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- Dept of Biomedical Imaging and Image-guided Therapy, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Medical Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Beira Interior, Covilha, Portugal.,Tobacco Cessation Unit, CHCB University Hospital, Covilha, Portugal
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- Section of Radiology, Dept of Medicine and Surgery (DiMeC), University of Parma, Parma, Italy
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- Image Sciences Institute, University Medical Centre, Utrecht, The Netherlands.,Dept of Radiology, Nijmegen Medical Centre, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Clinic of Social and Family Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Crete, Heraklion, Greece.,Center for Global Tobacco Control, Department of Society, Human Development and Health, Harvard School of Public Health, Boston, MA, USA
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- Dept of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, University Hospital Heidelberg, German Center of Lung Research, Heidelberg, Germany
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- 7th Respiratory Medicine Dept, Athens Chest Hospital Sotiria, Athens, Greece
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Kauczor HU, Baird AM, Blum TG, Bonomo L, Bostantzoglou C, Burghuber O, Čepická B, Comanescu A, Couraud S, Devaraj A, Jespersen V, Morozov S, Agmon IN, Peled N, Powell P, Prosch H, Ravara S, Rawlinson J, Revel MP, Silva M, Snoeckx A, van Ginneken B, van Meerbeeck JP, Vardavas C, von Stackelberg O, Gaga M. ESR/ERS statement paper on lung cancer screening. Eur Radiol 2020; 30:3277-3294. [PMID: 32052170 DOI: 10.1007/s00330-020-06727-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 66] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2019] [Accepted: 08/16/2019] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
Abstract
In Europe, lung cancer ranks third among the most common cancers, remaining the biggest killer. Since the publication of the first European Society of Radiology and European Respiratory Society joint white paper on lung cancer screening (LCS) in 2015, many new findings have been published and discussions have increased considerably. Thus, this updated expert opinion represents a narrative, non-systematic review of the evidence from LCS trials and description of the current practice of LCS as well as aspects that have not received adequate attention until now. Reaching out to the potential participants (persons at high risk), optimal communication and shared decision-making will be key starting points. Furthermore, standards for infrastructure, pathways and quality assurance are pivotal, including promoting tobacco cessation, benefits and harms, overdiagnosis, quality, minimum radiation exposure, definition of management of positive screen results and incidental findings linked to respective actions as well as cost-effectiveness. This requires a multidisciplinary team with experts from pulmonology and radiology as well as thoracic oncologists, thoracic surgeons, pathologists, family doctors, patient representatives and others. The ESR and ERS agree that Europe's health systems need to adapt to allow citizens to benefit from organised pathways, rather than unsupervised initiatives, to allow early diagnosis of lung cancer and reduce the mortality rate. Now is the time to set up and conduct demonstration programmes focusing, among other points, on methodology, standardisation, tobacco cessation, education on healthy lifestyle, cost-effectiveness and a central registry.Key Points• Pulmonologists and radiologists both have key roles in the set up of multidisciplinary LCS teams with experts from many other fields.• Pulmonologists identify people eligible for LCS, reach out to family doctors, share the decision-making process and promote tobacco cessation.• Radiologists ensure appropriate image quality, minimum dose and a standardised reading/reporting algorithm, together with a clear definition of a "positive screen".• Strict algorithms define the exact management of screen-detected nodules and incidental findings.• For LCS to be (cost-)effective, it has to target a population defined by risk prediction models.
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- Hans-Ulrich Kauczor
- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, University Hospital Heidelberg, German Center of Lung Research, INF 110, 69120, Heidelberg, Germany.
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- Central Pathology Laboratory, Trinity College Dublin, St. James's Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Radiology, Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli, Rome, Italy
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- Service de Pneumologie et Oncologie Thoracique, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Sud, Pierre Bénite, Lyon, CH, France.,Faculté de Médecine et de Maïeutique Lyon Sud - Charles Mérieux, Université Claude Bernard Lyon I, Oullins, France
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- Department of Health Care of Moscow, Research and Practical Clinical Center of Diagnostics and Telemedicine Technologies, Moscow, Russian Federation
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- Thoracic Cancer Unit, Rabin Medical Center, Petach Tiqwa, Israel
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- Department of Biomedical Imaging and Image-guided Therapy, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Medical Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Beira Interior, Covilha, Portugal.,Tobacco Cessation Unit, CHCB University Hospital, Covilha, Portugal
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- Section of Radiology, Department of Medicine and Surgery (DiMeC), University of Parma, Parma, Italy
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- Image Sciences Institute, University Medical Centre, Utrecht, The Netherlands.,Department of Radiology, Nijmegen Medical Centre, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Clinic of Social and Family Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Crete, Heraklion, Greece.,Center for Global Tobacco Control, Department of Society, Human Development and Health, Harvard School of Public Health, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, University Hospital Heidelberg, German Center of Lung Research, INF 110, 69120, Heidelberg, Germany
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- 7th Respiratory Medicine Department, Athens Chest Hospital Sotiria, Athens, Greece
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Heidinger BH, Silva M, de Margerie-Mellon C, VanderLaan PA, Bankier AA. The natural course of incidentally detected, small, subsolid lung nodules-is follow-up needed beyond current guideline recommendations? Transl Lung Cancer Res 2019; 8:S412-S417. [PMID: 32038927 DOI: 10.21037/tlcr.2019.11.05] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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- Benedikt H Heidinger
- Radiology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA.,Department of Biomedical Imaging and Image-guided Therapy, Vienna General Hospital, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Section of Radiology, Unit of Surgical Sciences, Department of Medicine and Surgery (DiMeC), University of Parma, Parma, Italy.,Department of Thoracic Surgery, IRCCS Istituto Nazionale Tumori, Milan, Italy
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- Pathology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Radiology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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Kim YW, Lee CT. Optimal management of pulmonary ground-glass opacity nodules. Transl Lung Cancer Res 2019; 8:S418-S424. [PMID: 32038928 DOI: 10.21037/tlcr.2019.10.24] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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- Yeon Wook Kim
- Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea.,Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam, Republic of Korea
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- Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea.,Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam, Republic of Korea
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OBJECTIVE. The purpose of this study was to explore the value of FDG PET combined with high-resolution CT (HRCT) in predicting the pathologic subtypes and growth patterns of early lung adenocarcinoma. MATERIALS AND METHODS. A retrospective analysis was conducted on the PET/CT data on ground-glass nodules (GGNs) resected from patients with stage IA lung adenocarcinoma. The efficacy of PET maximum standardized uptake value (SUVmax) combined with HRCT signs in prediction of histopathologic subtype and growth pattern of lung adeno-carcinoma was evaluated. RESULTS. SUVmax was significantly higher in GGNs with invasive HRCT signs. The diameter of GGN (odds ratio, 1.660; p = 0.000) and the difference in attenuation value (odds ratio, 1.012; p = 0.011) between ground-glass components and adjacent lung tissues were independent predictors of FDG uptake by GGNs. SUVmax was higher in invasive adenocarcinoma than in adenocarcinoma in situ (AIS)-minimally invasive adenocarcinoma (MIA) (median SUVmax, 2.0 vs 1.1; p = 0.008). An SUVmax of 2.0 was the optimal cutoff value for differentiating invasive adenocarcinoma from AIS-MIA. Acinar-papillary adenocarcinoma had a higher SUVmax than lepidic adenocarcinoma (median SUVmax, 2.1 vs 1.3; p = 0.037). An SUVmax of 1.4 was the optimal cutoff value for differentiating the growth pattern of adenocarcinoma. Use of PET/CT with HRCT significantly improved efficacy for differentiating invasive adeno-carcinoma from AIS-MIA. However, use of HRCT cannot significantly improve the diagnostic efficacy of FDG PET in the evaluation of tumors with different growth patterns. CONCLUSION. FDG PET can be used to predict the histopathologic subtypes and growth patterns of early lung adenocarcinoma. Combined with HRCT, it has value for predicting invasive histopathologic subtypes but no significance for predicting invasive growth patterns.
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