Multidisciplinary approach to thoracic tissue sampling
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When choosing the best method to undertake a biopsy of a lesion in the lung or mediastinum, it is important to consider the entire range of possible options, such as surgical, bronchoscopic/endoscopic, and radiologic techniques. Features to be considered include the anatomic location of the lesion, the amount of tissue needed, cost, availability of specific techniques, safety and risks, and expected diagnostic yield/accuracy.
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عنوان ژورنال:
دوره 10 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2010