2017
DOI: 10.11648/j.ijmi.20170503.11
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Adequacy of Transthoracic Needle Biopsy Samples in the Diagnosis of a Peripheral Lung Lesion – Comparing Success Rates of Various Imaging Modalities

Abstract: Abstract:The aim of the study was to test whether a difference in the imaging modality (CT, Fluoroscopy, or Ultrasound) would result in a higher biopsy success rate for the diagnosis of lung cancer. A total of 144 transthoracic needle biopsies performed under guidance of different imaging modalities were retrospectively reviewed at King Abdulaziz Medical city in Riyadh between 2008 and 2012. A biopsy was counted a success whenever a definitive diagnosis could be achieved. CT guided biopsies revealed 51 succ… Show more

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