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Respiration Jan 19, 2026

Cost Implications for Single-Use and Reusable Flexible Bronchoscopes

Study Takeaway

Provides critical data for IP programs evaluating the financial impact of transitioning to single-use bronchoscopy platforms.

Jeffrey Thiboutot, Dylan Wang, Cheryl Pai, Shanshan Huang, Lonny Yarmus

IP Score: 8/10 View Analysis →

JBIP Jan 19, 2026

Reduction in Time-to-Diagnosis for Lung Cancer Resulting From Implementation of a Formal Incidental Pulmonary Nodule (IPN) Program Compared With Traditional Referral Pathways

Study Takeaway

Formal IPN programs streamline the diagnostic pathway, facilitating earlier referral for interventional diagnostic procedures like navigational bronchoscopy.

Mahajan, Amit K.; Ochoa Cuba, Mayra Antoanet; Collar, Nancy; Pullen, Kimberly; Muldowney, Frances; Shah, Nihar; Patel, Priya P.; Duong, Duy K.; Suzuki, Kei; Subramanian, Melanie; Nader, Abe; Parne, Manjula; Weyant, Michael J.; Deeken, John

IP Score: 7/10 View Analysis →

JBIP Jan 19, 2026

Efficacy of High-Flow Nasal Cannula Oxygen Therapy During Bronchoscopy: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Study Takeaway

HFNC is an effective tool for maintaining oxygenation during bronchoscopy, particularly in high-risk patients.

Nishie, Kenichi; Yamamoto, Shuhei; Kawachi, Shohei; Shibuya, Manaka; Karasuyama, Masaki; Kohashi, Yasuo; Saito, Yuji

IP Score: 7/10 View Analysis →

JBIP Jan 19, 2026

Routine Pathology Testing Prior to Bronchoscopy has Limited Clinical Impact With Significant Economic and Environmental Costs

Study Takeaway

IP departments should consider de-adopting routine pre-procedural lab testing to optimize resource utilization.

Lu, Christine; Miller, Alistair; Dunne, Ben; Steinfort, Daniel P.; Witt, Ashleigh

IP Score: 7/10 View Analysis →

JBIP Jan 19, 2026

American Association of Bronchology and Interventional Pulmonology Essential Knowledge in Interventional Pulmonology Series: Selected Topics in Airway Stenting

Study Takeaway

Serves as a high-quality clinical reference for best practices in airway stent selection and deployment.

Chrissian, Ara A.; De Cardenas, Jose; DuComb, Emily; Gesthalter, Yaron B.; Khosa, Jaskiran; Krumm, Ilana Roberts; Channick, Colleen L.

IP Score: 6/10 View Analysis →

JBIP Jan 19, 2026

Reduction in Time-to-Diagnosis for Lung Cancer Resulting From Implementation of a Formal Incidental Pulmonary Nodule (IPN) Program Compared With Traditional Referral Pathways

Study Takeaway

IP programs should prioritize the development of structured nodule management pathways to improve diagnostic efficiency.

Mahajan, Amit K.; Ochoa Cuba, Mayra Antoanet; Collar, Nancy; Pullen, Kimberly; Muldowney, Frances; Shah, Nihar; Patel, Priya P.; Duong, Duy K.; Suzuki, Kei; Subramanian, Melanie; Nader, Abe; Parne, Manjula; Weyant, Michael J.; Deeken, John

IP Score: 6/10 View Analysis →

ATS_Scholar Jan 19, 2026

Gendered Language in Letters of Recommendation for Interventional Pulmonology Fellowship Candidates

Study Takeaway

Interventional Pulmonology fellowship letters of recommendation may contain gendered language (assertive for men, supportive for women), requiring awareness of implicit bias in the selection process.

Authors not listed

IP Score: 10/10 View Analysis →

Respiration Jan 19, 2026

Cost Implications for Single-Use and Reusable Flexible Bronchoscopes

Study Takeaway

Provides critical economic data to inform institutional procurement decisions regarding bronchoscopy equipment.

Jeffrey Thiboutot, Dylan Wang. et al.

IP Score: 8/10 View Analysis →

Respiration Jan 19, 2026

Incidence of Second Primaries and Recurrent Disease in Early-Stage Lung Cancer: What Can We Expect in a Nodule-Care Center Cohort?

Study Takeaway

Highlights the importance of long-term surveillance strategies for patients undergoing initial diagnostic bronchoscopy for lung nodules.

Desi K.M. ter Woerds, Roel L.J. et al.

IP Score: 6/10 View Analysis →

Respiration Jan 8, 2026

Learning Shape-Sensing Robotic-Assisted Bronchoscopy after Mastering Advanced Image-Guided Navigation Bronchoscopy

Study Takeaway

Provides insights into training requirements and skill transfer for advanced diagnostic bronchoscopy platforms.

Aniek R.C. Bruinen, Roel L.J. Verhoeven, Gerjon Hannink, Erik H.F.M. van der Heijden

IP Score: 8/10 View Analysis →

Respiration Jan 8, 2026

Learning Shape-Sensing Robotic-Assisted Bronchoscopy after Mastering Advanced Image-Guided Navigation Bronchoscopy

Study Takeaway

Provides evidence on training requirements and skill transferability for robotic platforms in IP programs.

Bruinen ARC, Verhoeven RLJ, et al.

IP Score: 9/10 View Analysis →

Respiration Dec 18, 2025

Validation of the Efficacy and Safety of Targeted Pulsed Ablation of the Bronchus with a Novel Navigated Pulsed Electric Field Ablation System

Study Takeaway

Introduces a novel energy modality for bronchoscopic ablation, potentially expanding the IP armamentarium for lung cancer treatment.

Jisong Zhang, Weiwen Li, Lin Tao, Shuhan Xu, Yalun Li, Mengzhen You, Enguo Chen

IP Score: 9/10 View Analysis →

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