Comparing two biopsy needles for lung nodule diagnosis
Part of Cancer, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study compares two types of needles used in a CT-guided lung biopsy to see which one is better at diagnosing lung nodules. The trial aims to find a more accurate and safe way to obtain tissue samples from peripheral lung nodules, which could help guide treatment decisions.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have a lung nodule seen on a CT scan that needs a biopsy to know what it is.
- The nodule is in the outer part of the lung and is between 8 and 30 millimeters in size.
- You are willing to undergo a CT-guided lung puncture biopsy and meet all preoperative requirements.
- You are able to cooperate with the study observations and have signed the informed consent form.
- You do not have severe heart or lung problems, bleeding disorders, or high risk of bleeding from the biopsy.
- You are not pregnant, breastfeeding, have psychiatric conditions, or allergies to anesthesia.
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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