State-of-the-art bronchoscopic procedures for comprehensive airway examination, accurate diagnosis, and therapeutic interventions using the latest flexible bronchoscope technology.
Bronchoscopy is a sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic procedure that allows direct visualization of the airways using a flexible bronchoscope. This advanced endoscopic technique enables examination of the trachea, bronchi, and smaller airways, providing invaluable information for diagnosis and treatment of respiratory conditions.
Our clinic utilizes the latest high-definition flexible bronchoscopes with advanced imaging capabilities, ultrasound guidance (EBUS), and fluorescence bronchoscopy options for enhanced diagnostic accuracy and patient safety.
Standard Examination: Visual inspection of airways, collection of samples for microbiological and cytological analysis.
Indications: Persistent cough, hemoptysis, abnormal chest imaging, suspected lung cancer
Tissue Sampling: Transbronchial lung biopsy, endobronchial biopsy, brush biopsy for histopathological examination.
Applications: Lung cancer diagnosis, interstitial lung disease evaluation, infection diagnosis
Cellular Analysis: Collection of cells and fluid from alveolar spaces for diagnostic evaluation.
Clinical Use: Pneumonia diagnosis, interstitial lung disease, immune suppression evaluation
Treatment Procedures: Foreign body removal, airway dilation, stent placement, laser therapy.
Advanced Applications: Bronchial thermoplasty for severe asthma, endobronchial valve placement
Guided Procedures: Real-time ultrasound guidance for lymph node sampling and peripheral lung lesions.
Precision Medicine: Accurate staging of lung cancer, mediastinal lymph node assessment
Patient Assessment: Complete medical history, coagulation studies, chest X-ray review, informed consent discussion.
Preparation: NPO for 8 hours, IV access established, baseline vital signs, allergy verification
Conscious Sedation: Combination of midazolam and fentanyl for patient comfort and cooperation.
Monitoring: Continuous pulse oximetry, blood pressure, ECG monitoring throughout procedure
Topical Anesthesia: Lidocaine spray to oropharynx, vocal cords, and bronchial tree for comfort.
Systematic Application: Progressive anesthesia as bronchoscope advances through airways
Insertion Route: Usually through nose or mouth, gentle advancement through larynx into trachea.
Systematic Inspection: Examination of trachea, main bronchi, segmental and subsegmental bronchi
Targeted Sampling: Bronchial washing, brushing, biopsy, or BAL based on clinical indication.
Documentation: Digital photography/video recording of abnormal findings, location mapping
Recovery Monitoring: Observation for 2-4 hours, chest X-ray if indicated, discharge planning.
Instructions: NPO until gag reflex returns, avoid coughing forcefully, follow-up arrangements
Bronchoscopy is generally very safe when performed by experienced operators. The overall complication rate is less than 1% for diagnostic procedures and 2-3% for therapeutic interventions.
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