Single versus multiple lung biopsies for suspected interstitial lung disease

Conclusion
A single lung biopsy is sufficient to arrive at a diagnosis of interstitial lung disease when the sampling site is guided by high-resolution computed tomography and a multidisciplinary approach. Multiple biopsies are less cost-effective, offer no added advantage in terms of diagnostic yield, and are associated with more morbidities and a longer hospital stay.

Source: Asian Cardiovascular and Thoracic Annals - October 9, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Khalil, M., Cowen, M., Chaudhry, M., Loubani, M. Tags: Thoracic Source Type: research