Management of Patients with Small Pulmonary Nodules: A Survey of Radiologists, Pulmonologists, and Thoracic Surgeons

Abstract

There are significant differences in the management of small pulmonary nodules among radiologists, pulmonologists, and thoracic surgeons. Whereas radiologists tend to recommend short-term follow-up, pulmonologists and thoracic surgeons prefer a more aggressive approach, especially in patients with a higher likelihood of malignancy.