Training for linear endobronchial ultrasound among US pulmonary/critical care fellowships: a survey of fellowship directors.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) has revolutionized the ability of bronchoscopists to visualize and sample structures surrounding the tracheobronchial tree. It has been shown to be safe, minimally invasive, and highly accurate in the staging and diagnosing of mediastinal diseases. A prior survey of pulmonary fellowship program directors conducted in 2004 showed that only 2% of programs offered EBUS training.

Methods

Surveys were mailed to 154 pulmonary/critical care fellowship directors in the United States and Puerto Rico. Demographics of the fellowship and details of EBUS training were recorded. A comparison of EBUS volume was made between programs with and without an identifiable interventional pulmonologist (IP).

Results

The survey response rate was 71%.

SUBMITTER: Tanner NT 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3619639 | biostudies-literature | 2013 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature