Study could reduce unnecessary cancer screening

(Ottawa Hospital Research Institute) A large clinical trial led by researchers at The Ottawa Hospital and the University of Ottawa has found that contrary to expectations, a CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis does not improve cancer detection in people with unexplained blood clots in their legs and lungs. The results, published in the June 22nd edition of the New England Journal of Medicine, are expected to improve patient care and reduce screening costs around the world.
Source: EurekAlert! - Cancer - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: news