What’s a virtual bronchoscopy?

Virtual bronchoscopy is a non-invasive procedure that creates a 3D rendering of a patient’s airway and surrounding structures using CT scans. It can detect lesions, tumors, narrow passages, and foreign bodies, and guide instruments for treatment or biopsy. It is useful for young children, elderly patients, and those who cannot tolerate invasive procedures. It can […]

Bronchoscopy w/ biopsy: what is it?

Bronchoscopy with biopsy involves inserting a tube into a patient’s bronchi to examine any injuries or signs of disease. If suspicious tissue is found, a cutting device is used to take a biopsy. The patient is conscious and discomfort is minimal. Biopsy results help determine if an area is cancerous and its severity. There are […]

What’s a flex bronchoscopy?

Flexible bronchoscopy is a medical test to examine or treat a person’s lungs using a thin tube called a bronchoscope. The patient is usually awake, but local anesthetic is given to numb the airways. The procedure can diagnose lung cancer, drain an abscess, or widen a narrow airway. There is no risk of suffocation, but […]

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