: Combines bronchoscopy with ultrasound to biopsy lymph nodes under direct visualization, often replacing the need for exploratory surgery.
: Small tubes that allow patients to drain recurrent fluid buildup safely at home. Emerging Technologies for 2026 Interventions in Pulmonary Medicine
Interventional pulmonary medicine is a rapidly growing subspecialty that uses endoscopic techniques to diagnose and treat a wide range of thoracic disorders. These procedures often serve as effective, lower-cost alternatives to traditional thoracic surgery, offering reduced recovery times and fewer risks. Core Interventional Procedures : Combines bronchoscopy with ultrasound to biopsy lymph
: Uses "GPS-like" 3D mapping from CT scans to guide a probe to small, peripheral lung nodules for precise biopsies. Airway Management : lower-cost alternatives to traditional thoracic surgery
: Removing excess fluid from the pleural space surrounding the lungs.