Table 2 Guide for focus group discussion (phase 2)
Pre-procedure and biopsy request – What information do you need to know about the patient ahead of the lung needle biopsy? – What information do you need to know about the lesion? – What is the best way to receive that information? Differences by setting? – How helpful are tumor boards? Who needs to be present? |
Biopsy procedure and specimen analysis – What technology is most helpful to guide needle placement? – What are the downsides of each technology? – What are the barriers to getting that technology? Differences by setting? – What is most helpful to assess sample quality? – How much sample do you need for molecular testing? How does tissue quality impact that? – What role does the testing technology play? How can that be improved? |
Post-procedure and communication – What is the best way to receive feedback on the sample after molecular testing? – If you do not share an electronic medical record with the pathologist, how could you receive that feedback? – What role does the test report play? |