Trans-thoracic Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology of Peripheral Lung Lesions

Dr Renu Gupta; Dr Siddhant Khare; Dr Sonam Kumar Pruthi; Dr Swapnil Agarwal; Dr Pratima Khare

Volume : VII, Issue : II, February - 2018

Trans-thoracic Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology of Peripheral Lung Lesions

Dr Renu Gupta, Dr Siddhant Khare, Dr Sonam Kumar Pruthi, Dr Swapnil Agarwal, Dr Pratima Khare

Abstract :

Introduction: Lung Tumors have high degree of morbidity and mortality. Various diagnostic methods are employed for their precise diagnosis.

Aims and Objectives: The aim of this study was to assess the accuracy and associated complications of Transthoracic FNAC with the help of X–rays and CECT scan reports, in diagnosing peripheral lung tumors.

Materials and Methods: Transthoracic FNAC in 22 patients with peripheral lung lesions was carried out using 22 gauge eight cm long lumbar puncture needle. Smears were prepared and the results were evaluated.

Results: Definitive diagnosis of Squamous cell carcinoma and poorly differentiated non–small cell carcinoma (8 cases each) and adenocarcinoma (3 cases) was made. In 3 cases the sample was inadequate for definitive diagnosis. In 1 of the 22 cases, there was mild hemoptysis after the procedure.

Conclusions: Transthoracic FNAC is very useful in diagnosis of peripheral lesions of the lung.