Authors: | Elnekave, E.; Thornton, R. |
Article Title: | The interventional radiologist's perspective on lung biopsy |
Abstract: | Percutaneous image-guided lung biopsies are commonly performed by radiologists. Here, we review common indications and contraindications for the procedure, image guidance and tissue retrieval options, and other special considerations. © 2012 S. Karger AG, Basel. |
Keywords: | review; diagnostic accuracy; computer assisted tomography; lung neoplasms; diagnostic imaging; biopsy; ultrasound; radiologist; diagnostic value; pneumothorax; biopsy, needle; needle biopsy; computer assisted emission tomography; lung; interventional radiology; lung carcinoma; incidental finding; diagnostic test; radiology, interventional; lung biopsy; fluoroscopy; lung nodule; fine needle aspiration |
Journal Title: | Acta Cytologica |
Volume: | 56 |
Issue: | 6 |
ISSN: | 0001-5547 |
Publisher: | S. Karger AG |
Date Published: | 2012-01-01 |
Start Page: | 636 |
End Page: | 644 |
Language: | English |
DOI: | 10.1159/000345101 |
PROVIDER: | scopus |
PUBMED: | 23207442 |
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Notes: | --- - "Cited By (since 1996): 1" - "Export Date: 2 January 2013" - "CODEN: ACYTA" - "Source: Scopus" |