Advanced bronchoscopic techniques for the diagnosis and treatment of peripheral lung cancer

Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer related deaths worldwide [1]. Low-dose computed tomography (CT) screening in patients with a high risk profile for lung cancer demonstrated an improved early lung cancer detection and a decreased lung cancer mortality [2]. Future implementation of national lung cancer screening initiatives and a further rise in the clinical use of chest CT-scans will generate increasing numbers of lung lesions requiring evaluation. Although most lesions can be monitored with serial CT imaging, a substantial amount will require tissue verification to establish a diagnosis for further patient management.

Source: Lung Cancer - September 23, 2021 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: T. Kramer, J.T. Annema Tags: Review Source Type: research