What is Bronchoscopy?
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Bronchoscopy is a technique of visualizing the inside of the airways for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. An instrument (bronchoscope) is inserted into the airways, usually through the nose or mouth, or a tracheostomy. This allows the practitioner to examine the patient's airways for problems.
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How do members experience Bronchoscopy?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis | 5 | 0 | |
| Lung transplant | 3 | 1 | |
| Cystic fibrosis | 2 | 0 | |
| Balance problems | 1 | 0 | |
| Bronchiolitis obliterans | 1 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Coughing up blood (hemoptysis) | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 0 | |
| Mild | 1 | |
| None | 3 |
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