High Accuracy for Robotic Lung Biopsy Imaging
The MATCH 2 study reported a 96.7% overall diagnostic yield for peripheral lung nodules when using robotic-assisted bronchoscopy (RAB) with integrated imaging.
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High Accuracy for Robotic Lung Biopsy Imaging
The MATCH 2 study reported a 96.7% overall diagnostic yield for peripheral lung nodules when using robotic-assisted bronchoscopy (RAB) with integrated imaging.
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First Endobronchial Ultrasound Procedure at New Jersey Medical Center
Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center successfully completed its first endobronchial ultrasound to diagnose pulmonary conditions.
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Fujifilm Launches Balloon-less Ultrasound Bronchoscope
Fujifilm’s EB-710US Ultrasound Bronchoscope features a balloon-less design to streamline workflow and reduce infection risks during pulmonary care.
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Women Report Greater Improvements After Lung Volume Reduction
Though men and women with COPD experienced similar benefits in lung function measures, women reported larger improvements in CAT and SGRQ scores.
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Olympus Appoints New Respiratory Business Leaders
Olympus Corp has appointed a new Global Lead, Medical Affairs, Respiratory, and Global Clinical Lead and Director of Clinical Research, Respiratory.
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Using Robot-assisted Bronchoscopy for Difficult Lung Tumor Biopsy
Robot-assisted bronchoscopy was over 90% successful in lung tumor cases where a biopsy was not successfully taken with the traditional technique.
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Olympus Recalls Certain ViziShot 2 Flex Needles
Olympus recalled certain ViziShot 2 Flex (19G) products due to a potential patient safety issue caused by potentially deformed a-traumatic tips, according to the FDA.
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RT 2025 Product Focus: The Digital Edition
RT’s 2025 Product Focus provides a detailed look at 68 of the newest medical devices, including 33 exclusive products not available in the print edition.
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FDA Issues Import Alerts for Certain Olympus Medical Devices Manufactured in Japan
The US FDA is alerting healthcare providers about certain medical devices manufactured in Japan by Olympus Medical Systems Corp (Olympus) and its subsidiaries.
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New Guideline for Handling Endobronchial Ultrasound-Guided Transbronchial Needle Aspiration Specimens
The guideline provides nine evidence-based recommendations to standardize the collection, processing, and handling of specimens for improved lung cancer diagnosis and staging.
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New Clinical Guideline for Central Airway Obstruction Issued by CHEST
The guideline offers 12 evidence-based recommendations to improve the management of both malignant and nonmalignant central airway obstruction.
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Trial to Test System for Reducing Aerosol Emissions in Bronchoscopic Procedures
A stage 3 trial will evaluate a negative pressure system’s effectiveness in capturing aerosols emissions during bronchoscopies.
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Olympus Launches Bronchoscopes Compatible with EVIS X1 Endoscopy System
Olympus launched the BF-H1100 diagnostic bronchoscope and BF-1TH1100 therapeutic bronchoscope as part of the EVIS X1 endoscopy system.
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Olympus Offers New Portable Monitor for Single-Use Bronchoscopy
The digital video monitor is an all-in-one video processor and monitor for use with single-use endoscopes for both bronchoscopy and ENT.
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Robot-steered Bronchoscopy System Shows Promise in Targeted Lung Biopsies
Researchers have built a compact robotic system that can autonomously steer a flexible needle around anatomical obstacles within the lungs of live animals.
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RT 2024 February-March: The Digital Edition
In RT’s February-March 2024 issue, we cover mechanical ventilation strategies for treating patients with ARDS; aerosol delivery, oxygen therapy and resuscitation for neonates; and best practices for pediatric bronchoscopy.
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Class I Recall for Olympus Bronchofiberscopes and Bronchovideoscopes
Olympus Corp is recalling certain bronchofiberscopes and bronchovideoscopes because they may lead to burns or catch fire.
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Olympus Issues Safety Update for Bronchoscopes Following Combustion Reports
Olympus announced a voluntary field corrective action to address complaints of endobronchial combustion occurring during therapeutic procedures involving use of high-frequency therapy equipment in an oxygenated environment.
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Olympus Updates Labeling for Laser-compatible Bronchoscope Due to Safety Concerns
The company announced a voluntary field corrective action to address complaints of endobronchial combustion occurring when laser-compatible bronchoscopes are used during therapeutic procedures in combination with laser therapy equipment or argon plasma coagulation.
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Premier Inc Contracts Olympus Single-use Bronchoscopes
The Olympus single-use bronchoscope portfolio is made up of five premium H-SteriScope single-use bronchoscopes that can be used in complement with the company’s reusable bronchoscope portfolio.
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First Robotic-assisted Bronchoscopy Procedure Performed
A new robotic-assisted bronchoscopy platform at UC Davis Health was able to diagnose and remove a lung cancer mass in a single, 45-minute surgery.
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Olympus to Supply Vizient Network with Single-use Bronchoscopes
The Olympus single-use bronchoscope portfolio is made up of the five premium H-SteriScope single-use bronchoscopes that can be used with the company’s leading reusable bronchoscope portfolio.
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RT 2022 January-February: The Digital Edition
In RT’s January-February 2022 issue, we cover advanced practice respiratory therapists (APRTs); recent advancements in bronchoscopy; and acute respiratory distress syndrome and respiratory failure during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Bronchoscopy: Diagnosis and Airway Clearance
Bronchoscopy plays a role in both diagnosis and treatment of lung disease and recent advances in the procedure have greatly enhanced the usefulness of the fiberoptic bronchoscope.
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