Robot vs. standard scope for lung biopsy in ILD
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study compares a robotic-assisted bronchoscope to a conventional one for performing a lung biopsy (cryobiopsy) in people with interstitial lung disease. The goal is to see which method is better at getting enough tissue for a diagnosis.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- Your doctor suspects you have interstitial lung disease and needs a biopsy to confirm it
- A prior CT scan was not enough to make a clear diagnosis
- You are able to have a bronchoscopy with a freezing biopsy
- You can give informed consent
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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