Dec 29, 2016

Protective Capnothorax During Transthoracic Needle Biopsy

Cardiovascular and interventional radiology
John Kavanagh, Miranda L Siemienowicz, Stephen Lyen, Sonja Kandel, Patrik Rogalla
CONCLUSION: This study suggests that protective iatrogenic capnothorax is a safe and effective technique during TTNB. The intrinsic properties and availability of carbon dioxide make it an attractive alternative to room air.