The solitary pulmonary nodule: Approach for a general surgeon

Abstract

The solitary pulmonary nodule is a common finding on radiographic studies performed for other reasons. It is important that the probability of malignancy be assessed when these nodules are found. This chapter outlines a diagnostic approach for these nodules to optimize non-invasive and invasive testing, and describes the value of the various modalities used to evaluate these abnormalities. © 2010 Elsevier Inc.