Transbronchial needle aspiration to obtain tumor cells employs a needle passed through what type of artificial airway?

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Transbronchial needle aspiration (TBNA) is typically performed using a bronchoscope, which is a flexible tube that is passed through the mouth or nose into the airways. The bronchoscope allows the physician to visualize the airways and guide the needle to the desired location for aspiration of tissue or fluid. The other options (tracheostomy, oral endotracheal tube, and oropharyngeal airway) are not typically used for TBNA.

Transbronchial Needle Aspiration to Obtain Tumor Cells Employs a Needle