Abnormal Pulmonary Function Testing as an Independent Risk Factor for Procedural Complications During Transthoracic Needle Biopsies

Conclusion: In addition to previous well-described characteristics, we described physiological data (abnormal PFTs), imaging findings, and nodule location as risk factors of procedural complications. Obtaining preprocedural PFT, in addition to reviewing CT imaging and demographic data, may aid clinicians in better risk stratifying patients undergoing transthoracic needle biopsies.
Source: Journal of Bronchology and Interventional Pulmonology - Category: Respiratory Medicine Tags: Original Investigations Source Type: research