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Rigid Bronchoscope
Surgical Instruments
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| INdications for rigid bronchosocope | Dx: 1. Massive haemoptysis 2. Foreign body 3. Biopsy specimen 8. bronchial washings Tx: 4. Trachea/Bronchial stricture dilatation 5. stenting 6. relief of airway obstruction 7. tumour ablation |
| C/I bronchoscope | 1. Uncontrolled coagulopathy 2. EXtreme ventilatory and O2 demands 3. Tracheal obstruction to novice operator |
| Complications, bronchoscopy | Injury to teeth, gums, oropharynx, tracheal/bronchial tears, severe bleeding. Complications re anaesthesia |