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Eligible studies were those reporting on LCS conducted in any occupational setting, published in English or German between 2013 and November 2024. Two reviewers independently screened studies for inclusion. Data were synthesized thematically, and findings were reported according to PRISMA-ScR guidelines.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>\n                      Twenty-one studies from 12 countries were included, conducted across diverse occupational populations. Low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) was used for screening in 18 studies (15 as a standalone modality, 3 combined with biomarkers, sputum cytology, or chest ultrasonography respectively), while 3 studies employed alternative approaches. Eligibility criteria varied substantially, and intervention durations ranged from 3 months to 13 years. Individual and combined recruitment strategies were identified, including emails, invitation letters, face-to-face interactions, direct outreach by department heads or supervisors, and referrals from primary care or specialty clinics. Thematic synthesis yielded five overarching themes: (\n                      <jats:xref>1<\/jats:xref>\n                      ) occupational exposures as lung cancer risk factors and limitations of current LCS guidelines; (\n                      <jats:xref>2<\/jats:xref>\n                      ) lung cancer burden across occupational groups; (\n                      <jats:xref>3<\/jats:xref>\n                      ) benefits and performance of LDCT in occupational cohorts; (\n                      <jats:xref>4<\/jats:xref>\n                      ) tools and multimodal strategies to enhance LDCT; and (\n                      <jats:xref>5<\/jats:xref>\n                      ) implementation, participation, and program feasibility.\n                    <\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Occupational settings present significant opportunities for early lung cancer detection among high-risk workers, while offering potential benefits for those with low or uncharacterized exposures. 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