What Types of Cancer are Commonly Included in Screening Trials?
Several types of cancer are commonly included in screening trials due to their prevalence and impact on public health:
- Breast Cancer: Mammography and other imaging techniques are often evaluated. - Colorectal Cancer: Fecal occult blood tests (FOBT), colonoscopy, and sigmoidoscopy are common. - Prostate Cancer: Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) tests and digital rectal exams (DRE) are studied. - Lung Cancer: Low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) is frequently assessed. - Cervical Cancer: Pap smears and human papillomavirus (HPV) tests are commonly used.
