EBUS

According to the American Lung Association, EBUS (endobronchial ultrasound) bronchoscopy is an outpatient procedure that is used to diagnose different types of lung disorders, including inflammation, infections or cancer.

Our team of pulmonologists at North Jersey Pulmonary Associates perform EBUS bronchoscopy by using a flexible tube that enters through your mouth and down into your windpipe and lungs. Before the procedure begins, you will be administered medication through IV to keep you comfortable throughout the procedure, and possibly even be put to sleep using anesthesia.

The EBUS scope is a small scope that provides us with video footage to help examine and collect samples from your lungs. The scope also contains an ultrasound probe to create local images of your lungs and nearby lymph nodes in order to accurately locate and evaluate areas seen on x-rays or scans that need a closer look. After the procedure, there is a brief observation period and then you are able to go home (you will need someone to drive you home). While EBUS Bronchoscopy is an extremely safe procedure, it is important to remember to inform our team if you have had trouble with anesthesia or sedation medications in the past.