Improving outcomes in electromagnetic navigation bronchoscopy-guided transbronchial microwave ablation for pulmonary nodules: the role of cone-beam computed tomography.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Studies have shown the potential of electromagnetic navigation bronchoscopy (ENB)-guided transbronchial microwave ablation (MWA) for treating pulmonary nodules. The role of cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) in the procedure remains unknown.

Objectives

To investigate the efficacy and safety of employing CBCT during ENB-guided transbronchial MWA for pulmonary nodules.

Design

Retrospective analysis of clinical records.

Methods

Patients who underwent ENB-guided transbronchial MWA at the Department of Thoracic Surgery, Tongji Hospital. Patients were categorized into two groups: those who received CBCT during the procedure and those who did not. Technical and ablation success rates, complication rates, and patient characteristics were assessed.

Resul

SUBMITTER: Huang Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12035170 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature