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Robotic bronchoscopy offers minimally invasive, earlier lung cancer diagnosis

UT Southwestern is one of the first centers using robotic bronchoscopy as a diagnostic tool for deep lung lesions that previously were difficult to access without surgery.

Kim Styrvoky, M.D. / Muhanned Abu-Hijleh, M.D.

May 4, 2022

Nonsurgical valve treatment provides relief for patients with severe emphysema

Bronchoscopic lung volume reduction is a nonsurgical procedure that that can help patients with severe emphysema breathe easier. UT Southwestern's Dr. Muhhaned Abu-Hijleh helped develop the one-way valves and procedure that earned breakthrough device approval from the FDA in 2018.

Muhanned Abu-Hijleh, M.D.

June 2, 2021

Should I be screened for lung cancer?

Lung cancer survival rates have been low for years. But low-dose CT scans may help more patients beat the odds. Learn more. Add your voice today #calloutcancer.

Muhanned Abu-Hijleh, M.D.

January 6, 2016

Why do nonsmokers get lung cancer?

Nonsmoker? That doesn’t mean lung cancer won’t strike. There are many causes for lung cancer, and advanced treatment options, too. Add your voice –#CallOutCancer today.

Muhanned Abu-Hijleh, M.D.

November 18, 2015