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The Electromagnetic Navigational Bronchoscopy uses a telescope fed through the mouth, eliminating the need for an incision. It provides a way to guide endoscopic tools or catheters through the small bronchial pathways in the lung to reach previously inaccessible locations.
“This technique allows us to obtain a tissue diagnosis and guide treatment for our patients much more efficiently,” Dr. Michael Ebright, director of thoracic surgery at Stamford Hospital, said in a statement. “The technique requires no needle punctures and no incisions, which translates into less pain and less risk.”
ENB is the latest addition to the comprehensive lung cancer program at the Bennett Cancer Center, and complements the wide range of advanced techniques available at Stamford Hospital.
Stamford Hospital’s lung cancer program also features a screening program for individuals at high-risk which has been named a “screening center of excellence” by the Lung Cancer Alliance.
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