Machine learning allows robust classification of lung neoplasm tissue using an electronic biopsy through minimally-invasive electrical impedance spectroscopy.

New bronchoscopy techniques like radial probe endobronchial ultrasound have been developed for real-time sampling characterization, but their use is still limited. This study aims to use classification algorithms with minimally invasive electrical impedance spectroscopy to improve neoplastic lung tissue identification during biopsies. Decision Tree, Support Vector Machines (SVM), Ensemble Method, K-Nearest Neighbors, Naïve Bayes and Discriminant Analysis were applied using mean averaged bioimpedance modulus and phase angle spectra from lung tissue across 15 frequencies (15-307 kHz).

Malignant Pleural Effusion: A Multidisciplinary Approach.

Malignant pleural effusion (MPE) has become an increasingly prevalent complication in oncological patients, negatively impacting their quality of life and casting a shadow over their prognosis. Owing to the pathophysiological mechanisms involved and the heterogeneous nature of the underlying disease, this entity is both a diagnostic and therapeutic challenge. Advances in the understanding of MPE have led to a shift in the treatment paradigm towards a more personalized approach.

Systematic Review of Systemic Corticosteroids for Treatment of Organizing Pneumonia.

Introduction: Regardless corticosteroids are recommended for the treatment of organizing pneumonia there is limited evidence supporting this practice. Thus, we performed a systematic review of the literature on systemic corticosteroid treatment for organizing pneumonia.

Methods: A search was implemented in the PubMed database (Medline) for articles published in the last 20 years.

The role of bronchoscopy in patients with SARS-CoV-2 pneumonia.

Background: The role of bronchoscopy in coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a matter of debate.

Patients And Methods: This observational multicentre study aimed to analyse the prognostic impact of bronchoscopic findings in a consecutive cohort of patients with suspected or confirmed COVID-19. Patients were enrolled at 17 hospitals from February to June 2020.