Bronchoscopy is a surgical procedure that allows the healthcare professional to see the lungs and air passages. It is usually done by a doctor known as a pulmonologist who has specialisation in treating lung disorders. The procedure is generally done through a flexible bronchoscope. However, in some situations, a rigid bronchoscope might be required if there is excessive bleeding in the lungs or a large object is stuck in the lungs. It is also used for obtaining mucus or tissue samples for the removal of foreign bodies from the lungs or to offer treatment for lung issues.
It takes around 30 minutes to a few hours for the complete bronchoscopy procedure.
A biopsy bronchoscopy helps in detecting several lung illnesses including infections due to bacteria, fungi, parasites, tuberculosis, and viruses. It also helps the doctor to detect lung inflammation due to reactions that are allergic-type.
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