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Imaging recommendation · Chest

Lung mass on imaging, work-up

Recommended: CT Chest with IV contrast (then PET-CT for staging) is the preferred imaging study for lung mass on imaging, work-up. CT characterizes lesion.

Recommended study

CT Chest with IV contrast (then PET-CT for staging)

CT IV contrast Preferred Chest OutpatientAcute inpatient Reviewed

CT characterizes lesion. PET-CT for nodal and distant staging. Biopsy by interventional pulm / IR.

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