Safety and feasibility of near‐infrared fluorescence imaging with inhaled indocyanine green to assess the pulmonary parenchyma in six normal dogs

Key Points

• To evaluate the safety and feasibility of inhaled indocyanine green (ICG) for imaging lung tissue in dogs.
• Conducted imaging with inhaled indocyanine green in six normal dogs.
• Monitored for any adverse effects during and after the procedure.
• Assessed the rapidity of pulmonary fluorescence generated by ICG.
• Inhaled ICG produced rapid pulmonary fluorescence.
• No detectable adverse effects were observed, supporting its safety.
• Results indicate potential effectiveness for identifying lung lesions.