- Half day (2-3 hours total)
- No recovery needed, immediate return to normal activities
- 80%
China versus the U.S.
- China clinical rate
- $100 – $400
- $250
- United States
- $500 – $2,000
- $1,250
- You save
- ~80%
- $1,000 per procedure
Prices are approximate ranges. Actual cost depends on hospital, surgeon, materials, and case complexity.
What the procedure involves.
China's hospitals offer state-of-the-art low-dose CT (LDCT) lung cancer screening with AI-assisted nodule detection, providing early detection of pulmonary malignancies at a fraction of Western costs. As the country with the highest lung cancer incidence globally, China has invested heavily in screening technology and radiologist expertise. AI algorithms trained on millions of Chinese CT scans achieve nodule detection sensitivity exceeding 95%, while same-day results and specialist consultations streamline the screening process.
Step by step.
Risk Assessment & Registration
Smoking history evaluation, family cancer history, occupational exposure assessment, and lung cancer risk scoring. Informed consent and pre-scan preparation instructions provided.
Low-Dose CT Scan
Ultra-low-dose helical CT scan of the chest during a single breath-hold. Modern scanners deliver effective dose below 1.5 mSv — less than annual natural background radiation. No contrast agent required.
AI-Assisted Image Analysis
Deep learning algorithms automatically detect, measure, and classify pulmonary nodules by density, morphology, and growth risk. AI pre-reads enhance radiologist accuracy and efficiency.
Results Consultation & Follow-Up Plan
Pulmonologist reviews findings, explains Lung-RADS classification, and recommends follow-up intervals or further workup (PET-CT, biopsy) if suspicious nodules are identified. Written report provided in English and Chinese.
- 90% cost savings compared to US lung cancer screening
- AI-powered detection trained on the world's largest CT database
- Same-day results with immediate specialist consultation
- Ultra-low radiation dose with latest-generation CT technology
- False positives may cause anxiety and lead to unnecessary follow-up procedures
- Small radiation exposure (minimal with low-dose protocol)
- Incidental findings may require additional investigation
- Single screening cannot rule out interval cancers — annual screening recommended
Ask the AI for hospitals that handle lung cancer screening (low-dose ct).
Prices shown are approximate ranges for reference only. Actual costs vary by hospital, complexity, and individual patient needs. Always consult with healthcare professionals for medical decisions.