How many biopsies are just right? study aims to improve pleural diagnosis
NCT ID NCT06897878
First seen Feb 04, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 19 times
Summary
This study looked at 104 patients to find the optimal number of tissue samples (biopsies) to take during a pleuroscopy, a procedure to examine the lining of the lungs. The goal was to see how many biopsies are needed to make a diagnosis and to get enough tissue for further testing, while also tracking complications. The results could help doctors standardize the procedure and reduce unnecessary biopsies.
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Mount Sinai Hospital
New York, New York, 10028, United States
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors know the best number of biopsies to take during pleuroscopy, improving diagnosis and reducing complications.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-center observational study, so results may not apply to all patients or settings. It does not test a new treatment.
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