Transthoracic needle aspiration biopsy of benign and malignant lung lesions.

摘要: Transthoracic needle aspiration biopsy (TNAB) of lung lesions is a well established procedure for diagnosing lesions. The emphasis in the literature has been on malignant with an accuracy rate greater than 90% frequently reported. Experience 650 patients showed that TNAB can diagnose 95% cancer, and more importantly identify benign 88% such In this patient population, 22% undiagnosed, noncalcified were benign. Therefore, potential limiting diagnostic thoracotomies to fewer 8% lesions, significantly reducing number unnecessary disease. success affected by equipment, technique, skill, experience enhanced close cooperation among various physicians involved.