Prolonged exposure to radiation, such as radon or X-rays, can increase the risk of developing lung tumors, including bronchial adenoma. Tobacco smoking is considered one of the risk factors for developing bronchial adenoma.

Diagnostic measures include several key techniques and procedures that help determine the presence of a tumor in the bronchi and evaluate its characteristics. It is important to note that accurate diagnosis of bronchial adenoma requires a comprehensive approach and the cooperation of specialists such as pulmonologists, oncologists and radiologists.

Diagnosis at MDI Clinic

Radiological examination can show the presence of a tumor in the lungs and its localization. However, X-rays are not always able to detect small tumors or provide detailed information about their characteristics.

CT scans are a more accurate method of diagnosing bronchial adenoma. It provides more detailed images of the lungs and tumor, determining their size, shape, and location. CT scans can also help rule out or confirm the presence of metastases in other parts of the body.

The bronchoscope allows the doctor to visually examine the bronchi, detect the presence of tumors and, if necessary, take a biopsy (tissue sample) for further analysis. Bronchoscopy is an important technique to confirm the diagnosis of bronchial adenoma.

In some cases, a PET scan can be used to determine tumor activity and assess tumor metastasis. Determining blood levels of certain tumor markers, such as carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) and neuro-specific enolase (NSE), can be useful for monitoring and further evaluation of the condition.

Once a tumor is detected by bronchoscopy, a biopsy may be taken for further analysis. Biopsy allows to determine the nature of the tumor (benign or malignant) and perform histological examination.