Ultrasound guided(USG) trucut biopsy of the pleura, lymph nodes and chest wall/subcutaneous lesions performed by respiratory physicians

Conclusion: Trained respiratory physician are able to safely run US guided biopsy service. This would increase capacity, reduce the diagnostic delays and obviate the need for invasive procedures. Our diagnostic accuracy is similar to previous studies performed.

Source: European Respiratory Journal - December 1, 2022 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Abdullah, Q., Iftikhar, S., Abimusa, A., Ganaie, M., Khan, S., Haris, M. Tags: 14.03 - Ultrasound Source Type: research