A 68-year-old smoker presents with a persistent cough, haemoptysis, and weight loss. A chest X-ray shows a suspicious mass in the right upper lobe. Wh...

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A 68-year-old smoker presents with a persistent cough, haemoptysis, and weight loss. A chest X-ray shows a suspicious mass in the right upper lobe. What is the best next step in confirming the diagnosis?

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C. Bronchoscopy with biopsy or CT-guided biopsy

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A. CT chest with contrast

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B. Sputum cytology

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D. MRI scan of the brain

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E. PET scan

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A 68-year-old smoker presents with a persistent cough, haemoptysis, and weight loss. A chest X-ray shows a suspicious mass in the right upper lobe. What is the best next step in confirming the diagnosis?