EUS-FNA biopsies with large channel endoscopes can be done safely. However, the ultrasonic control of the needle during biopsy is more difficult with standard needle systems due to a size ...

Cysts can form in the kidney for many reasons, and most such cysts are benign (non-cancerous). However, in some instances a cyst may become enlarged to the point that it causes pain, obstructs the ...

Endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration biopsy (EUS-FNA) is currently performed on a routine basis at many endoscopic centers and it is evident that this procedure has a major impact ...