Is endobronchial ultrasound cost-effective for beginner? A single-center learning curve analysis
Although EBUS may initially seem more costly in newly established centers, the learning curve improves efficiency and diagnostic yield over time, ultimately leading to cost-effectiveness. Considering its minimally invasive nature, outpatient feasibility, and lower complication rates, EBUS should be encouraged in clinical practice, even during the early adoption phase.
Authors
- İbrahim Ethem Özsoy (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2722-5309)
- Bayram Metin (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7773-9511)
- Mehmet Akif Tezcan (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2642-187X)
- Mehmet Akif Ekici (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4694-1047)
- Ömer Faruk Demir (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3602-0380)
- Oğuzhan Turan (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6033-5601)
Institutions
- Ankara Atatürk Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi (TR)
- Kayseri Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi (TR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMC Pulmonary Medicine
- Published
- 2025-10-29
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s12890-025-03971-9
- Primary Topic
- Tracheal and airway disorders
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00