A lung nodule is a small spot or growth in the lung that may be found during
a screening exam or imaging test. While many nodules are not cancerous,
some need further evaluation. Advanced robotic-assisted bronchoscopy technology
helps physicians investigate suspicious lung nodules with a minimally
invasive biopsy procedure.
This approach gives our interventional pulmonology team another way to
carefully navigate the airways and reach nodules that may be difficult
to access with traditional bronchoscopy.
What is robotic-assisted bronchoscopy?
Robotic-assisted bronchoscopy is a minimally invasive procedure used to
examine and biopsy lung nodules. During the procedure, your physician
guides a thin, flexible tube through the natural airways of the lung to
collect a tissue sample for testing.
The tissue is then reviewed by pathology to help determine whether the
nodule is benign, cancerous, or needs additional follow-up.
How this technology can help
Advanced robotic-assisted bronchoscopy may help our team:
Evaluate suspicious lung nodules found on CT scans or lung cancer screening exams
Obtain tissue samples without an incision
Reach nodules located deeper in the lung
Support earlier diagnosis and treatment planning when cancer is found
Coordinate next steps with a multidisciplinary team of specialists
Connected care from diagnosis to treatment
If your biopsy results require additional care, Touro brings together specialists
in interventional pulmonology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, radiology,
pathology, thoracic surgery, and supportive care. Your team works together
to help guide you from diagnosis through treatment and follow-up.
Is robotic-assisted bronchoscopy right for me?
Your physician may recommend this procedure if imaging shows a lung nodule
or other area that needs further evaluation. Talk with your pulmonologist
or primary care provider about whether advanced lung nodule diagnosis
may be appropriate for you.
