How Emergency Bronchoscopy Done?
A doctor will suggest a bronchoscopy if he or she needs to see inside your airways or remove something from them. Small instruments are passed through the tube to extract blockages, collect sample tissues, or evaluate the nature of any bleeding. Knowing the condition of your airways helps the doctor prescribe the right treatment, so you can start breathing better. The wound heals quickly and does not need stitches. An emergency bronchoscopy, using a flexible bronchoscope, can be safely performed under local anesthesia. Healthcare professionals take the patient straight into the operating room. If possible, the patient should inform doctors about his or her current medication and/or allergies.
