Cleaning methods for lung biopsy needles
Part of Cancer, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial tests different ways to clean the needle used in a lung biopsy to see which method results in the least contamination of the sample. It aims to improve the accuracy of diagnosing lung cancer.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years old or older.
- You are scheduled for a standard lung biopsy using a thin tube inserted through the mouth to examine the lungs.
- During the biopsy, the doctor will take samples from two or more lymph node groups in your chest.
- You can understand and agree to the study procedures.
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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