Lung biopsy
Lung biopsy | |
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Purpose | diagnose lung pathology |
A lung biopsy is an interventional procedure performed to diagnose lung pathology by obtaining a small piece of lung which is examined under a microscope.[1][2] Beyond microscopic examination for cellular morphology and architecture, special stains and cultures can be performed on the tissue obtained.[3]
Types
A lung biopsy can be performed
Reasons to perform
A lung biopsy is performed when a lung lesion is suspicious for lung cancer, or when cancer cannot be distinguished from another disease, such as aspergillosis.
Lung biopsy also plays a role in the diagnosis of interstitial lung disease.[6]
Risks
Any approach to lung biopsy risks causing a
Bleeding can be life-threatening and can occur in 1 to 4%.
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