Inconsistencies in predictive models based on exhaled volatile organic compounds for distinguishing between benign pulmonary nodules and lung cancer: a systematic review.

BMC Pulm Med · 2024 · PMC11531146 · PMID 39488679

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Conclusion Exhaled 2-butanone, 3-hydroxy-2-butanone, and 2-hydroxyacetaldehyde might be significant breath markers for distinguishing between benign PNs and lung cancer.

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