Bronchoscopic Evaluation of a Steerable Needle for Simulated Tumor Targets in the Lung Periphery: A Feasibility Study (Bullseye).

The steerable needle was successfully placed within 93% of targeted lesions 10-30 mm in diameter in a cadaveric model, with the ability steer the instrument into another portion of the lesion in 80% of cases. The ability to steer and control needle positioning toward and within peripheral lesions may complement existing catheter and scope technology during peripheral diagnostic procedures.