Pneumothorax Rate and Diagnostic Adequacy of Computed Tomography–guided Lung Nodule Biopsies Performed With 18 G Versus 20 G Needles: A Cross-Sectional Study

Conclusion: No statistically significant difference in pneumothorax rate or diagnostic adequacy was found between 18-G versus 20-G core biopsy needles. Independent risk factors for pneumothorax include emphysema along the biopsy path and nodule distance from the pleural surface.
Source: Journal of Thoracic Imaging - Category: Radiology Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research