Randomised trial of first-line bronchial artery embolisation for non-severe haemoptysis of mild abundance

BackgroundWhereas first-line bronchial artery embolisation (BAE) is considered standard of care for the management of severe haemoptysis, it is unknown whether this approach is warranted for non-severe haemoptysis.Research questionTo assess the efficacy on bleeding control and the safety of first-line BAE in non-severe haemoptysis of mild abundance.Study design and methodsThis multicentre, randomised controlled open-label trial enrolled adult patients without major comorbid condition and having mild haemoptysis (onset