Comparing Three Lung Biopsy Needle Techniques for Diagnosing Suspected Lung Cancer

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating the accuracy of three different transthoracic needle aspiration TTNA techniquesjabbing-then-suction, suction-with-jabbing, and suction-onlyin patients suspected of having lung cancer. The study compares these methods to assess any differences in the quality of tumor samples obtained. The research is conducted with patients who have peripheral lung tumors attached to the chest wall and who are undergoing diagnostic testing. During hospitalization, patients will receive biopsies using each of the three TTNA techniques as well as a core needle biopsy, which serves as the gold standard. The biopsy procedures are done in an operating room under local anesthesia with supervision from an anesthesiologist. These biopsy techniques are standard procedures rather than experimental methods. After the biopsy, patients are monitored for at least 24 hours to watch for any possible complications. Participants will be involved during their hospital stay where multiple biopsy techniques are performed. The quality of samples from the different TTNA methods is assessed immediately after the biopsy procedure. Careful observation follows the biopsy to ensure patient safety. The total participation includes the biopsy procedure and the 24-hour observation period for any complications related to the biopsy.

Accuracy Between Transthoracal Needle Aspiration (TTNA) Techniques in Suspected Lung Cancer Patients