To evaluate the feasibility of the Fraxinus Virtual Bronchoscope Navigation (VBN) System in the bronchoscopic access to target lesions. The study emphasizes the system´s efficacy in diagnostics of peripheral pulmonary lesions and the ease of use for the operator.
Multi-center study. The study explores Fraxinus which is an open source, software only, simple guiding system for bronchoscopy. The system provides 3D maps with centerline-to-target information extracted from preoperative computed tomography. The ability of the system to guide a user to a peripheral target lesion will be evaluated. During bronchoscopy any established method for diagnostic sampling is allowed. User Evaluation will be essential to decide if the Fraxinus VBN System is beneficial in a clinical setting.
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
4
Open source planning tool for bronchoscopy
St Olavs Hospital
Trondheim, Norway
Evidence if the Fraxinus VBN System has a role in the assessment of peripheral pulmonary lesions
The proportion of cases in which the use of the system is considered beneficial
Time frame: 48 hours
Diagnostic yield
Diagnostic success defined as cytology or biopsy with pathology
Time frame: 1 week
Duration of procedure
Time spent with preparations and bronchoscopy
Time frame: 48 hours
Adverse events
Procedure related adverse events or unexpected incidents registrated
Time frame: 48 hours
Operators-reported satisfaction
Enquiry on main operator´s experience after end of bronchoscopy
Time frame: 48 hours
This platform is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.