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Percutaneous computed tomography‑guided aspiration and biopsy of intrathoracic lesions: Results of 265 procedures.
- Source :
- Lung India; Nov/Dec2016, Vol. 33 Issue 6, p620-625, 6p, 1 Color Photograph, 5 Charts
- Publication Year :
- 2016
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Abstract
- Context: Percutaneous computed tomography (CT)‑guided needle aspiration and biopsy technique have developed over time as a method for obtaining tissue specimen. Although this is a minimally invasive procedure, complications do occasionally occur. Aims: The aim of the study was to evaluate the diagnostic yield and complications of 265 percutaneous CT‑guided aspiration and biopsy procedures performed on various intrathoracic lesions. Settings and Design: Data of percutaneous CT‑guided aspiration and biopsy procedures of intrathoracic lesions performed over a 4 year period were retrospectively analyzed. Subjects and Methods: Procedure details, radiological images, and pathological and microbiological reports were retrieved from radiology records and hospital information system. Technical success, diagnostic yield, and complication rates were calculated. Results: Total 265 procedures were performed for lung (n = 179), mediastinum (n = 73), and pleural lesions (n = 13). Diagnostic yield for lung, mediastinal, and pleural lesions was 80.7%, 74.2, and 75%, respectively, for core biopsy specimens. Major complication was noted in only one procedure (0.4%). Minor complications were noted in 13.6% procedures which could be managed conservatively. Conclusions: Percutaneous CT-guided aspiration and biopsy procedures for intrathoracic lesions are reasonably safe with good diagnostic yield. Complications are infrequent and conservatively managed in most of the cases. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Subjects :
- LUNG biopsy
SPIRAL computed tomography
NEEDLE biopsy
MEDIASTINUM
BIOPSY
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 09702113
- Volume :
- 33
- Issue :
- 6
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Lung India
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 119187392
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.4103/0970-2113.192863