CT-guided localization techniques of small pulmonary nodules: a prospective non-randomized controlled study on pulmonary nodule localization needle and methylene blue staining with surgical glue.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Thoracoscopic resection of small pulmonary nodules (SPNs) is challenging. Accurate preoperative computed tomography-guided localization of SPNs is key to successful rection. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the clinical value of a novel localization needle and methylene blue staining combined with surgical glue (MBSG) and to explore the risk factors for post-localization complications.

Methods

This prospective, non-randomized controlled study was conducted on 110 patients who received either MBSG or novel needle localization prior to video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) from January 2019 to December 2019 at Shenzhen People's Hospital. The primary endpoints were the safety and the success rates of the 2 localization techniques. The secondary endp

SUBMITTER: Kong J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7711370 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature