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Prophylactic Haemostatic Strategies in Endobronchial Biopsy: Insights from the PROTECT Trial and Modern Bronchoscopic Practice

By MedXY 03/16/2026

This review evaluates the evidence for prophylactic haemostasis during endobronchial biopsy, centered on the PROTECT trial results, while integrating contemporary data on procedural safety, pre-procedural screening, and technical optimization.

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High-Flow Nasal Oxygen Reduces Hypoxaemia During Bronchoscopy in COPD: Insights from the PROSA 2 Randomised Trial

By MedXY 09/19/2025

The PROSA 2 trial demonstrates that high-flow nasal oxygen significantly reduces hypoxaemia time and events compared to conventional low-flow oxygen in COPD patients undergoing bronchoscopy, improving procedural safety without compromising patient comfort.

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Navigational Bronchoscopy Versus Transthoracic Needle Biopsy for Peripheral Lung Nodules: New Evidence from the VERITAS Trial

By MedXY 08/02/2025

Navigational bronchoscopy offers noninferior diagnostic accuracy to transthoracic needle biopsy for peripheral pulmonary nodules, with notably fewer pneumothorax complications.