Abstract
The endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) scope has been increasingly used in the gastrointestinal tract (EUS-B). Scientific data proves its efficacy and safety to provide a complete lung cancer staging, when combined with EBUS-TBNA, and in the diagnosis of para-esophageal lesions. There are multiple barriers to start performing EUS-B but probably the most important ones are related to knowledge and training, so new operators should follow a structured training curriculum. This review aims to reflect the best current knowledge regarding EUS-B and provide a road map to assist those who are incorporating the technique into their clinical practice.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 32-41 |
Number of pages | 10 |
Journal | Pulmonology |
Volume | 24 |
Issue number | 1 |
Early online date | 11 Dec 2017 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jan 2018 |
Keywords
- Diagnosis
- Endobronchial ultrasound-guided transbronchial needle aspiration
- Endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration
- Lymph nodes
- Mediastinum
- Non-small-cell lung cancer
- Staging