Lung cancer biopsy

Transthoracic needle biopsy and bronchoscopy are performed to diagnose tumors which are located in the peripheral and central of the lung.

• Transthoracic needle biopsy, guided by CT or fluoroscopy, is for tumors located in the periphery of the lungs since peripheral tumors are not accessible through a bronchoscope.
• Diagnostic bronchoscopy is conducted when a pulmonary lesion is located centrally. It directly visualizes the tumor and collects bronchial brushings and washings and transbronchial biopsies.

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