Novel Thin Bronchoscope Versus Ultrathin Bronchoscope for the Diagnosis of Peripheral Pulmonary Nodules

A UTB will be used to perform white light bronchoscopy, then the rEBUS probe was inserted into the working channel and advanced to the PPL to obtain a rEBUS view per the navigation path created by VBN workstation. The probe will be withdrawn from the working channel when an optimal rEBUS view obtained. A 1.5-mm biopsy forceps and 1.4-mm cytology brush will be used to collect samples through the working channel.

A thin bronchoscope will be used to perform white light bronchoscopy. A biopsy kit, including a 1.95-mm outer diameter guide sheath, 1.5-mm biopsy forceps, and 1.4-mm cytology brush, will be used to obtain samples with the guidance of VBN.

A thin bronchoscope will be used to perform white light bronchoscopy. A biopsy kit, including a 2.55-mm outer diameter guide sheath, 1.9-mm biopsy forceps, and 1.8-mm cytology brush, will be used to obtain samples with the guidance of VBN.