Comparing two biopsy methods for suspected sarcoidosis
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Immune system & allergy, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial compares two ways of taking a lung tissue sample (cryo biopsy vs forceps biopsy) in people who may have sarcoidosis. The goal is to see which method is better at diagnosing the condition.
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Who can take part
- You are scheduled for a standard lung sampling procedure (EBUS-TBNA) because your doctor thinks you may have sarcoidosis.
- You are 18 years or older.
- You do not have diabetes, kidney failure, liver disease, or other ongoing chronic illnesses.
- You have not taken steroids, disease-modifying drugs, or immunosuppressants in the last 3 months.
- Your final diagnosis is confirmed as sarcoidosis (the trial will review this after the procedure).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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