Frequency of complications and risk factors associated with computed tomography guided core needle lung biopsies

BACKGROUND: Although transthoracic needle biopsy (TTNB) is an effective method for diagnosis of lung tumors, it has some complications. It is crucial to know the frequency and severity of the complications of TTNB and its risk factors in order to avoid them. OBJECTIVES: Evaluate the complications an...

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Main Authors: Serap Yucel, Asli Tanrivermis Sayit, Leman Tomak, Cetin Celenk
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre 2021-04-01
Series:Annals of Saudi Medicine
Online Access:https://www.annsaudimed.net/doi/full/10.5144/0256-4947.2021.78