Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
Minimally Invasive Lung and Lymph Node Evaluation
At West Coast Pulmonary & Sleep Disorders Center, we offer Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS), a cutting-edge procedure that allows our specialists to evaluate and sample lung tissue and lymph nodes without the need for surgery. EBUS combines bronchoscopy with real-time ultrasound imaging, giving your doctor precise information about areas inside and around your airways.
Why EBUS is Important?
EBUS is often used to:
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Diagnose lung nodules or masses
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Evaluate enlarged lymph nodes in the chest
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Stage lung cancer and guide treatment planning
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Assess infections or other lung conditions
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Unlike traditional surgical biopsies, EBUS allows us to obtain tissue samples safely through the airways, often avoiding the need for open surgery.
What to Expect
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The procedure is done under sedation or anesthesia, so you remain comfortable and relaxed
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A thin, flexible tube with a camera and ultrasound probe is inserted through your mouth or nose into the airways
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Using real-time imaging, your doctor identifies and samples areas of concern
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The procedure typically takes 30–60 minutes, and many patients can go home the same day
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Tissue samples are sent to the lab for analysis, helping your doctor make an accurate diagnosis and plan next steps
Benefits of EBUS
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Minimally invasive – No large incisions required
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High accuracy – Real-time ultrasound guidance improves sampling precision
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Safer for patients – Reduced risk and faster recovery compared to surgical biopsies
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Supports personalized care – Helps guide treatment decisions for lung cancer, infections, or other lung diseases
Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
Why Choose West Coast Pulmonary & Sleep Disorders Center?
Our pulmonary specialists are highly trained in advanced bronchoscopy techniques, including EBUS. By combining state-of-the-art technology with compassionate care, we ensure you receive accurate diagnoses with the least discomfort and risk.
Call 805-485-2400 or request an appointment online to learn more about EBUS and whether it’s right for you.
Meet Our Team
The experienced team of medical providers at West Coast Pulmonary & Sleep Disorders Center is here to provide you with top-notch care that goes above and beyond to meet your needs. All of our providers are board-certified in internal medicine and many also hold additional board certifications in pulmonary disease, sleep medicine, and critical care medicine. Our bilingual staff can speak English and Spanish for our patients’ convenience.
