Bronchoscopy

Bronchoscopy is a medical procedure that involves inserting a thin, flexible tube called a bronchoscope into the airways and lungs to examine, diagnose, and treat various respiratory conditions. It allows doctors to visualize the bronchial tubes, take tissue samples, remove foreign objects, and perform other interventions while monitoring the patient's lung health. This procedure is typically performed by pulmonologists and can provide valuable insights into lung diseases and conditions, such as infections, tumors, or obstructions.

A pulmonologist, also known as a lung specialist, is the right doctor to consult for a bronchoscopy.

Bronchoscopy may be performed using various techniques and technologies, including traditional bronchoscopy, which uses a flexible tube with a camera on the end, or advanced technologies such as electromagnetic navigation bronchoscopy or endobronchial ultrasound.