New method to diagnose lung spots using a special scope
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests a new way to diagnose lung spots that look like ground glass on a CT scan. It combines two special techniques during a lung scope to get a tissue sample more precisely.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- A CT scan shows a lung spot that is mostly ground glass and at least 8mm wide.
- Your doctor thinks the spot might be cancer and needs a biopsy.
- You are willing to follow the study rules and sign a consent form.
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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