Chest radiographic examination of a 57-year-old male patient with a 27-pack-year history of smoking reveals a 1.5 cm nodule, without clear evidence of intrinsic calcification, within the right lung parenchyma. Which diagnostic imaging modality would provide the most accurate characterization in follow-up?

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CT provides the most accurate characterization of lung nodules and is the recommended follow-up imaging modality for suspicious nodules found on chest radiographs. MRI and nuclear scintigraphy are not typically used for lung nodule evaluation. Apical lordotic radiographs may be used in combination with other imaging modalities but are not sufficient on their own for definitive characterization.

Chest Radiographic Examination of a 57-Year-Old Male Patient with a 27-Pack-Year