Utility of image guided fine needle aspiration cytology in intra-thoracic lesions with emphasis on lung cancer detection
Conclusion: Respiratory cytology remains the initial mode of investigation in intra-thoracic malignancies. The high sensitivity, low-cost and rapidity of the results works its advantages for both the patient and the clinician. High cellular yield obtained with the use of trans-bronchial needle aspiration and bronchial brushing rationalizes their use as a screening test to establish both malignant as well as non-malignant diagnoses. Further improvement in utilization of the available modalities and addition of ancillary testing can reduce the need of invasive procedures.
Source: Journal of Cytology - Category: Cytology Authors: Geeta Pachori Supriya Singh Toor Rashmi Sharma Tushar Bayla Source Type: research
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