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Hunterdon Health Pulmonologists Are Now Using the
Ion Robotic Technology for Lung Cancer Diagnosis
According to the American Cancer
Society, lung cancer is the leading
cause of death in the United States.
Hunterdon Health is leading the
way in the treatment of lung cancer
with the addition of the Ion Robotic
Bronchoscopy System from Intuitive.
The Ion is used to perform robotic-
assisted bronchoscopy that can reach
all 18 segments of the lungs. The
system features an ultra-thin and
maneuverable catheter that allows
navigation far into the peripheral
lung. This technology enhances
reach, stability, and precision in
comparison to previous manual
technologies. National data shows
that the Ion is safe and allows
physicians to perform staging and
biopsy of multiple nodules in a single
procedure.
"We are so pleased to bring this
new technology to our patients.
For our lung cancer patients, time
to intervention is critical. We now
are able to biopsy these cancerous
nodules that can be as small as a
pea, so we can begin treatment
sooner, stated Shrey Shah, M.D.,
Pulmonologist, Hunterdon Pulmonary
and Critical Care, a specialty practice
operated by Hunterdon Health.
Dr. Shah along, with Oleksandr
Pistun, M.D. are performing these
procedures at Hunterdon Medical
Center.
A patient can expect a 3D CT scan
to determine the location of
the suspicious nodules. The
pulmonologist will use the Ion
system to map the best care
plan to reach the nodules.
During the procedure, the Ion
robotic system is used to carefully
navigate the catheter and target the
nodule, and collect samples that are
analyzed. The patient will go ho
me
the
same day.
Early detection of lung cancer
dramatically improves patient
outcomes. The Ion system allows
Hunterdon Health physicians to
detect, diagnose, and treat lung
cancer at earlier stages. To learn
more, call Hunterdon Pulmonary and
Critical Care at 908-237-4080.
Pictured: Hunterdon Health is leading the way in the treatment of lung cancer with the addition of the Ion Robotic
Bronchoscopy System from Intuitive. Physicians and staff gather around the new Ion Robot.
