Note to I-ELCAP Investigators from Claudia Henschke
Misleading descriptions of the research and research funding conducted by I-ELCAP at Weill Cornell have circulated and we would like to ensure that correct information is available to those interested in I-ELCAP's effort.
Click here to read the Statement from Weill Cornell Medical College.
The 18th Conference on Screening for Lung Cancer
This conference will take place on April 25-27 in Oak Brook, Illinois
To view Conference information and agenda please click here
Why Screen for Lung Cancer?
Today, 85% of patients diagnosed with lung cancer in the United States will die from it within 5 years. With over 160,000 deaths per year, this makes lung cancer the number one cancer killer in America, claiming more lives than breast, colon, and prostate cancer combined.
The battle against lung cancer is not, however, lost. Hope has been found in the early detection of lung cancer with annual CT screening of high-risk individuals. Annual screening with CT scans can find lung cancers in their earliest stage, when up to 92% can be cured.
The International Early Lung Cancer Action Program is a group of 48 institutions in 9 countries, dedicated to studying the benefits associated with early detection of lung cancer by CT screening, and the best practices for using it.
Featured Links
Current I-ELCAP Research
Find out how you can join I-ELCAP's ongoing studies, and possibly receive free lung cancer screening. Read about our work with FAMRI and the The American Legacy Founation.
Lung Cancer Screening 101
Take a look at our Lung Cancer Screening 101 article to learn the basics of lung cancer screening and whether it may be right for you or someone you know.
I-ELCAP Research Findings
What's the evidence? Take a look at our past research findings in lung cancer screening.
Professional Resources
I-ELCAP Management System
I-ELCAP members can login to the I-ELCAP Management System to manage your patients' trial data.
I-ELCAP Protocols
Find and download protocols for decision-making in I-ELCAP screening trials.
Teaching File
Read about and visit the I-ELCAP Teaching File, which has over 90 cases professionals can use for their own training in I-ELCAP screening protocols.
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Contact Us
Have questions? Contact us by email, telephone or mail.
Get Screened
If you're ready to talk about getting screened, or to make an appointment with a doctor in your area, search our list of member sites to find the location nearest you.
Thank You
I-ELCAP would like thank Idologic, Inc., for its donation of hosting and support services.