Finding lung cancer nodules with advanced technology
Lung nodules, common findings on chest imaging, can sometimes detect cancer. When a nodule changes, our Ion robotic-assisted bronchoscope offers a less invasive approach for precise tissue sampling. This technology creates a 3D image-guided roadmap of your airways, allowing our surgeon to navigate a flexible catheter with a high-definition camera directly to very small (as small as 4mm) and hard-to-reach nodules. Real-time visualization allows your doctor to target your nodules with specialized tools to collect tissue samples for testing.
Advantages of robotic assisted procedure
Compared to traditional CT-guided biopsies, the robotic-assisted surgery offers the potential for faster diagnosis and staging, is less invasive, and is associated with fewer complications.
Comprehensive lung cancer care
Robotic-assisted bronchoscopy is one component of the comprehensive care provided by our dedicated lung cancer specialists at Ascension Seton. Our multidisciplinary team includes pulmonologists, thoracic surgeons, radiation oncologists, radiologists, nurse navigators, and rehabilitation therapists who collaborate in meetings to develop and update personalized care plans for you or your loved one based on national guidelines and innovative treatment options.
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