A case series of nonintubated robotic-assisted bronchoscopy: a feasible alternative to intubated techniques.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Robotic-assisted bronchoscopy (RAB) is widely used for pulmonary lesion management but is limited by its requirement for endotracheal intubation. In recent years, non-intubated anesthesia had emerged as an available alternative for thoracic procedure. Integrating RAB with a nonintubated approach may overcome current limitations, expand patient eligibility, and simplify procedural logistics. This study aims to evaluate the safety and feasibility of non-intubated RAB.

Case description

There were seven patients with 10 lesions underwent nonintubated RAB using the Monarch system. All procedures were successfully performed, with an average lesion size of 1.4 cm and a mean procedure time of 33.8 minutes. Pathology concordance was 100%, with 100% navigation accuracy. No

SUBMITTER: Chen J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12541830 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature