Lung biopsy--a review of 3 years' experience

The results of 140 percutaneous lung biopsies by 3 different methods and 37 transbronchial biopsies through the fibre-optic bronchoscope are presented. The indications for each procedure, their diagnostic accuracy and ensuing complications are discussed. We conclude that each method has its place and that skill with several techniques permits the selection of the most appropriate method in each individual case.