Semin Respir Crit Care Med 2022; 43(04): 473-479
DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1747930
Review Article

Nodules, Navigation, Robotic Bronchoscopy, and Real-Time Imaging

Christopher J. Manley
1   Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care, Fox Chase Cancer Center, Temple University Health System, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Michael A. Pritchett
2   Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Chest Center of the Carolinas at FirstHealth, FirstHealth of the Carolinas and Pinehurst Medical Clinic, Pinehurst, North Carolina
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Abstract

The process of detection, diagnosis, and management of lung nodules is complex due to the heterogeneity of lung pathology and a relatively low malignancy rate. Technological advances in bronchoscopy have led to less-invasive diagnostic procedures and advances in imaging technology have helped to improve nodule localization and biopsy confirmation. Future research is required to determine which modality or combination of complimentary modalities is best suited for safe, accurate, and cost-effective management of lung nodules.



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14. September 2022

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