Cone-Beam CT With Augmented Fluoroscopy Combined With Electromagnetic Navigation Bronchoscopy for Biopsy of Pulmonary Nodules.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Electromagnetic navigation bronchoscopy (ENB) has been widely adopted as a guidance technique for biopsy of peripheral lung nodules. However, ENB is limited by the lack of real-time confirmation of the biopsy devices. Intraprocedural cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) imaging can be utilized to assess or confirm the location of biopsy devices. The aim of this study is to determine the safety and diagnostic yield (DY) of image fusion of intraprocedural CBCT data with live fluoroscopy (augmented fluoroscopy) during ENB-guided biopsy of peripheral lung nodules.

Methods

Data from 75 consecutive patients who underwent biopsy with ENB was collected retrospectively. Patients underwent CBCT imaging while temporarily suspending mechanical ventilation. CBCT data were acqu

SUBMITTER: Pritchett MA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6166698 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature