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Computed tomography (CT) scan of the chest is often used to diagnose lung cancer since it | Computed tomography (CT) scan of the chest is often used to diagnose [[lung cancer]] since it determines the location of [[tumor]] and any involvement of the [[lymph node]]s. CT guided biopsy is used to sample tumor cells when the tumor is accessible in order to determine exact type of [[lung cancer]]. All patients with confirmed small cell lung cancer (SCLC) by histopathological findings should undergo a [[CT scan]] of the [[abdomen]] for staging purposes. Brain imaging is also mandatory for staging; however, brain [[MRI]] is preferred over brain [[CT scan]] due to its superior [[sensitivity]] for the detection of metastasis. In addition, when limited stage SCLC is suspected, [[PET]] CT scan should be performed to locate [[metastasis]]. | ||
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Overview
Computed tomography (CT) scan of the chest is often used to diagnose lung cancer since it determines the location of tumor and any involvement of the lymph nodes. CT guided biopsy is used to sample tumor cells when the tumor is accessible in order to determine exact type of lung cancer. All patients with confirmed small cell lung cancer (SCLC) by histopathological findings should undergo a CT scan of the abdomen for staging purposes. Brain imaging is also mandatory for staging; however, brain MRI is preferred over brain CT scan due to its superior sensitivity for the detection of metastasis. In addition, when limited stage SCLC is suspected, PET CT scan should be performed to locate metastasis.