Con man.

Despite ASCO’s ringing endorsement of lung cancer screening with chest CT for all eligible patients (read: ages 55-77 with a smoking history of ≥ 30 pack-years who quit <15 years ago) in order to, ya know, save lives, the real ring leaders (read: family practitioners) just can’t seem to get on board. The latest discussion harps on including the cons in any patient discussion about screening and to remember they weigh heavily against the pros. | Lazris, Am Fam Physician 2019

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