ENDOBRONCHIAL ULTRASOUND

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Early detection services for lung cancer, particularly beneficial for high-risk individuals, such as smokers. Early diagnosis increases treatment options and improves prognosis. It is  except a special bronchoscope with ultrasound capability is used to evaluate and potentially biopsy tissues (most commonly lymph nodes) adjacent to the airways. EBUS is especially valuable in the diagnosis of lung cancers or other causes of enlarged lymph nodes, commonly TB or lymphoma.

For more information visit the American Lung Association at: https://www.lung.org/lung-health-diseases/lung-procedures-and-tests/endobronchial-ultrasound-ebus