Percutaneous Transthoracic Lung Biopsy: Optimizing Yield and Mitigating Risk

Lea Azour, Shu Liu, Sophie L. Washer, William H. Moore

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Abstract

Percutaneous computed tomography-guided transthoracic lung biopsy is an effective and minimally invasive procedure to achieve tissue diagnosis. Radiologists are key in appropriate referral for further workup, with percutaneous computed tomography-guided transthoracic lung biopsy performed by both thoracic and general interventionalists. Percutaneous computed tomography-guided transthoracic lung biopsy is increasingly performed for both diagnostic and research purposes, including molecular analysis. Multiple patient, lesion, and technique-related variables influence diagnostic accuracy and complication rates. A comprehensive understanding of these factors aids in procedure planning and may serve to maximize diagnostic yield while minimizing complications, even in the most challenging scenarios.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)765-775
Number of pages11
JournalJournal of Computer Assisted Tomography
Volume45
Issue number5
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Oct 2021
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • air embolism
  • computed tomography
  • lung biopsy
  • lung cancer
  • percutaneous
  • pneumothorax
  • pulmonary nodule

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