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Endobronchial ultrasound-guided transbronchial needle aspiration (EBUS-TBNA) has become the standard for initial lung cancer diagnosis and staging.
Our panel of experts has provided nine evidence-based recommendations to identify best practices for the collection, processing, and handling of EBUS-TBNA specimens.
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In patients with suspected malignant disease undergoing EBUS-TBNA, we suggest utilizing rapid on-site evaluation over usual care.
In patients with suspected malignant disease undergoing EBUS-TBNA, we suggest using a smaller needle (21 gauge or 22 gauge) over a larger needle (19 gauge).
In patients with suspected malignant disease undergoing EBUS-TBNA, we recommend performing four or more needle passes instead of three or less needle passes.
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Guideline on Handling Endobronchial Ultrasound Transbronchial Needle Samples Released by CHEST In a release issued to the media, lead author, Christopher Gilbert, DO, MS, FCCP, speaks to the importance of this guideline in practice.
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