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¹Department of Thoracic Surgery, University of L'Aquila, G. Mazzini Hospital Teramo, Italy. duilio.divisi@aslteramo.it

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Diagnosing solitary pulmonary nodules (SPNs) remains challenging. This study evaluates investigative methods for indeterminate lung nodules, emphasizing radiological follow-up and surgical options for definitive diagnosis and prognosis.

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Area of Science:

Pulmonology
Oncology
Radiology

Background:

Management of solitary pulmonary nodules (SPNs) and solitary pulmonary micronodules (SPMNs) is debated.
Increased use of 18F-FDG PET/CT and CT screening detects more indeterminate lung nodules (0.1-2 cm).

Purpose of the Study:

To establish the primary investigative method for indeterminate lung nodules.
To consider the evolving landscape of endoscopic and radiological techniques in SPN diagnosis.

Main Methods:

Radiological follow-up to assess temporal changes for differentiating benign from malignant pathology.
Bronchoscopy and percutaneous needle biopsy for preoperative diagnosis.
Surgical treatment (video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery, muscle-sparing minithoracotomy) for histological characterization when other methods are inconclusive.

Main Results:

Radiological follow-up is the initial approach for SPNs.
Surgical intervention is necessary for definitive diagnosis and favorable prognosis when non-invasive methods fail.
Specific indications exist for different surgical techniques.

Conclusions:

The optimal investigative pathway for indeterminate lung nodules requires careful consideration of diagnostic advancements.
Integrating radiological, endoscopic, and surgical approaches is crucial for effective SPN management.