Journal Basic Info
- Impact Factor: 1.995**
- H-Index: 8
- ISSN: 2474-1647
- DOI: 10.25107/2474-1647
Major Scope
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Plastic Surgery
- Robotic Surgery
- Thoracic Surgery
- Vascular Surgery
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- General Surgery
- Surgical Oncology
Abstract
Citation: Clin Surg. 2017;2(1):1564.Review Article | Open Access
Imaging Modalities and Image Guided Biopsy Techniques for Lung Cancer Staging and Their Staging Implications for Lung Cancer- A Review for the General Surgeon
Carlos O Encarnacion, Ahmed Ali, David W Johnstone and George B Haasler
Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, USA
*Correspondance to: Carlos O Encarnacion
PDF Full Text DOI: 10.25107/2474-1647.1564
Abstract
Imaging modalities in thoracic oncology continue to evolve. It is important as a community surgeon to be aware of all imaging and diagnostic tools available to diagnose potential thoracic cancer. Our review intends to be a brief overview of the most recent data supporting imaging and diagnostic procedures to help make informed decision to optimize patient care. We will cover computerized tomography, positron emission tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, endobronchial ultrasound-guided transbronchial needle biopsy, and electromagnetic navigational bronchoscopy.
Keywords
Lung cancer; CT scan; PET scan; EBUS
Cite the article
Encarnacion CO, Ali A, Johnstone DW, Haasler GB. Imaging Modalities and Image Guided Biopsy Techniques for Lung Cancer Staging and Their Staging Implications for Lung Cancer- A Review for the General Surgeon. Clin Surg. 2017; 2: 1564.