Which lung biopsy is safest and most accurate?

NCT ID NCT07432503

First seen Feb 27, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 15 times

Summary

This study looked at three ways to take a small sample of lung tissue to diagnose interstitial lung diseases (ILD). The methods were forceps biopsy, cryobiopsy, and thoracoscopic biopsy. Researchers wanted to find out which technique gives the most accurate diagnosis and has the fewest side effects. The study included 60 adults with ILD and compared how well each method worked and how safe it was.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Mansoura University Hospitals ,Chest Medicine Department

    Al Mansurah, Dakahlia Governorate, Egypt

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