Cryotherapy via flexible bronchoscopy: the role of cryobiopsy in pediatric lung transplantation

Nicholas Avdimiretz; Julia Carlens; Nicolaus Schwerk; Don Hayes

doi:10.1093/annalsats/aaoag160

June 13, 2026Annals of the American Thoracic Society

Cryotherapy via flexible bronchoscopy: the role of cryobiopsy in pediatric lung transplantation

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This research aims to evaluate the efficacy of cryotherapy via bronchoscopy for lung biopsy in pediatric transplant recipients.
Utilized flexible bronchoscopy to perform cryobiopsy in pediatric lung transplant patients.
Assessed outcomes related to tissue collection, patient recovery, and complications.
Cryobiopsy yielded higher quality tissue samples compared to traditional methods.
No significant complications were recorded, indicating a safe approach for pediatric patients.

Implication

Shows the effectiveness of cryobiopsy in pediatric lung transplantation, indicating promising treatment outcomes.

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Nicholas Avdimiretz, Julia Carlens, Nicolaus Schwerk, Don Hayes, Jr; Cryotherapy via flexible bronchoscopy: the role of cryobiopsy in pediatric lung transp

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Avdimiretz et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Cryotherapy via flexible bronchoscopy: the role of cryobiopsy in pediatric lung transplantation

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Cryotherapy via flexible bronchoscopy: the role of cryobiopsy in pediatric lung transplantation

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