Black pigment on EBUS‐TBNA sampling: A case of malignant melanoma

Abstract

Key message The visualization of black pigment during EBUS‐TBNA suggests a relapse of melanoma. This case highlights the value of EBUS‐TBNA in diagnosing metastatic melanoma, particularly when the macroscopic appearance of the aspirate suggests the diagnosis.

Keywords

• endobronchial ultrasound
• lymph node biopsy
• malignant melanoma
• metastasis
• transbronchial needle aspiration