[Electromagnetic navigated bronchoscopy can be applied for diagnosing peripherally located lung cancer in patients with severely reduced lung function].

Electromagnetic navigated (EMN) bronchoscopy is a new diagnostic method, which has been used in Denmark since 2008. It is a safe method for diagnosing lung cancer in patients with severely reduced lung function. The method allows diagnosis of peripherally located tumours. From September 2009 to January 2012, the procedure has been performed in 56 patients. In total, 67 tumour evaluations have been conducted. In 15 patients a cancer diagnosis was made. In two patients, pneumothorax occurred. The risk of pneumothorax as a consequence of the EMN procedure was 3%. This is in line with results and experiences from other studies.