Image-guided biopsy in primary lung cancer: Why, when and how - 14/10/16
, C. de Bazelaire, E. de Kerviler
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Abstract |
Initial histopathological analysis of a pulmonary lesion is mandatory whenever a lung cancer is suspected in order to determine the optimal diagnostic strategy. Adequate material must be obtained for a definite histological diagnosis (preferable to a cytological one) and in some cases (mainly in adenocarcinoma) molecular analysis. The two main methods to obtain adequate biopsy samples are flexible bronchoscopy and computed tomography (CT)-guided lung biopsy. Flexible bronchoscopy is a valuable method for proximal tumors. On the other hand, CT-guided lung biopsy is more accurate for peripheral tumors. CT-guided lung biopsy is a reliable procedure that conveys a 90% sensitivity for the diagnosis of lung cancer. When performed in a secured environment after contraindications evaluation, its severe complications rate is low, mainly consisting of pneumothorax requiring chest tube placement and hemoptysis.
El texto completo de este artículo está disponible en PDF.Keywords : Lung cancer, Computed tomography, Lung biopsy, Image-guided biopsy
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Vol 97 - N° 10
P. 965-972 - octobre 2016 Regresar al número
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