Advances in Interventional Pulmonology

A special issue of Diagnostics (ISSN 2075-4418). This special issue belongs to the section "Medical Imaging and Theranostics".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 April 2026 | Viewed by 940

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Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue, "Advances in Interventional Pulmonology", published for the Diagnostics journal, aims to explore the latest advancements and cutting-edge techniques in the rapidly evolving field of interventional pulmonology. This issue will focus on innovative diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to treat pulmonary diseases, particularly in minimally invasive procedures. Topics of interest include novel bronchoscopic techniques, advanced imaging modalities, and the integration of artificial intelligence in pulmonary diagnostics. Additionally, the issue seeks to highlight the role of interventional pulmonology in managing lung cancer, airway diseases, and complex pleural disorders. Contributions from experts in the field will showcase advancements in endoscopic ultrasound, navigational bronchoscopy, and robotic-assisted procedures, emphasizing the clinical impact and future directions of these technologies. By combining high-quality research articles, reviews, and case studies, this Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the current state and future frontiers in interventional pulmonology, offering valuable insights for clinicians, researchers, and healthcare professionals.

Prof. Dr. Georgie A. Eapen
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Keywords

  • interventional pulmonology
  • minimally invasive procedures
  • pulmonary diagnostics
  • bronchoscopy
  • lung cancer
  • advanced imaging modalities

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Pediatric Bronchoscopy for the Adult Interventional Pulmonologist
by Alexa Rangecroft, Alfin Vicencio, Nidhi Kotwal, Siddhartha Dante, Ashutosh Sachdeva and Van Holden
Diagnostics 2025, 15(21), 2769; https://doi.org/10.3390/diagnostics15212769 - 31 Oct 2025
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The field of pediatric bronchoscopy is rapidly expanding and enables diagnostic tests and therapeutic maneuvers, benefiting many children suffering from respiratory disease. However, due to a paucity of pediatric providers trained in bronchoscopy, many institutions rely on adult interventionalists collaborating with pediatric care [...] Read more.
The field of pediatric bronchoscopy is rapidly expanding and enables diagnostic tests and therapeutic maneuvers, benefiting many children suffering from respiratory disease. However, due to a paucity of pediatric providers trained in bronchoscopy, many institutions rely on adult interventionalists collaborating with pediatric care teams to complete these procedures. In this article, we address the adult interventionalist taking on these cases and offer insight into key differences in pediatric anatomy and physiology, unique challenges encountered in this population and explore the equipment available in pediatric sizes. We also consider the future of the field, including broadening pediatric training to enhance capacity to complete these necessary procedures. Full article
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