Bronchoscopy (camera images of lung)
Description
A medical procedure that uses a bronchoscope, a flexible tube with a small light and camera, to examine the airways of the lung. This procedure is used to diagnose problems in the lungs by directly viewing the airways and taking samples or biopsies. It can help diagnose diseases like tuberculosis, pneumonia and lung cancer.
Cost
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Common Complications
Allergic reactions to the sedation medications, aspiration of stomach contents, and injury to the mouth, throat, or lungs are the most common complications.
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