Endobronchial ultrasound-guided transbronchial needle aspiration for mediastinal masses

Current evidence on the safety and efficacy of endobronchial ultrasound-guided transbronchial needle aspiration (EBUS–TBNA) for mediastinal masses appears adequate to support the use of this procedure provided that normal arrangements are in place for consent, audit and clinical governance.

This procedure requires a combination of skills, and clinicians planning to undertake it should receive specific training.