Endobronchial Ultrasound for Lung Cancer Staging

Endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) is a medical procedure used to assess lung cancer by combining bronchoscopy and ultrasound technology. During the procedure, a thin, flexible tube with a small ultrasound device at its tip is inserted into the airways. This allows doctors to visualize and obtain samples from lymph nodes and surrounding tissues in the chest. EBUS helps determine the stage of lung cancer, which is crucial for deciding the best treatment options. It is minimally invasive, often performed with sedation, and provides important information while reducing the need for more invasive surgeries.