This biopsy aids in early detection of lung cancer!

Lung cancer is the fourth most common cancer in India, second most common cancer in men , accounting for 5.9% of all cancer cases and 8.1% of all cancer-related deaths. Unfortunately, nearly 80% of cases are diagnosed at an advanced stage (stage 3 or 4), when treatment options remain limited and survival outcomes are so poor.In most suspected cases, investigations begin with a chest X-ray, CT scan, or PET scan. Diagnosis is then confirmed through a biopsy , obtained by bronchoscopic ultrasound-guided (EBUS) techniques, depending on the lesion’s location.With the rise of precision medicine, therapies such as immunotherapy and targeted therapy have revolutionized the management of advanced lung cancer. Eligibility for these therapies depends on immunohistochemistry (IHC) and molecular-based tests performed on biopsy tissue.However, obtaining and handling a lung biopsy is a technically demanding process. Samples can be as small as 0.2–0.3 cm, and while Interventional Pulmonologist aim to collect multiple cores (4–6) for adequate sampling for IHC , NGS & Tumor markers. Early detection saves lives — but precision in every step of the diagnostic journey sustains them.
Early diagnosis with chest imaging and bronchoscopic biopsy is possible . It can detect cancer even at stage 1 level so that we can provide surgical options as per cancer type as Early as possible. Let's unite against lung cancer.

Dr. Pravin Taware Interventional Pulmonologist 8691865008
Dr. Aditi Shah Pulmonologist 9820652124