Endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine-needle aspiration biopsy - Recent topics and technical tips

World J Clin Cases. 2019 Jul 26;7(14):1775-1783. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v7.i14.1775.

Abstract

Endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine-needle aspiration biopsy (EUS-FNA) is a useful procedure that enables reliable pathological diagnoses of pancreatobiliary diseases, subepithelial lesions, and swollen lymph nodes. In recent years, a pathological diagnosis based on EUS-FNA has made it possible to provide accurate treatment methods not only in these fields, but also in respiratory organs and otorhinolaryngology. This review discusses the latest topics pertaining to EUS-FNA as well as procedural tips.

Keywords: Cytology; Endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine-needle aspiration biopsy; Lymph nodes; Pancreatobiliary diseases; Pathology; Subepithelial lesions.

Publication types

  • Review