Protocol for Anatomopathologic Analysis of Biopsies Using Hot Clamps

Protocol for Anatomopathologic Analysis of Biopsies Using Hot Clamps

A cross-over study of the impact of histologic results of bronchial biopsies performed using hot clamps compared to bronchial biopsies using standard clamps

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients 18 years of age or older
• Patients with no known hemorrhage risk, with an indication of endobronchial biopsy
• Patients with no contra-indication for bronchial endoscopy
• Patients with or without endobronchial tumors
• Patients who have provided written informed consent
• Patients with health insurance coverage

Exclusion Criteria:

• Refusal to be examined
• Contraindication for electrocoagulation (Pacemaker or metallic endobronchial prosthesis)
• Pregnant women
• Patients unable to provide voluntary informed consent, under (tutelage) or guardianship, or unable to come to the center