A bronchoscopy is a specialised diagnostic and therapeutic procedure used to examine the lungs and airways. It involves inserting a thin, flexible tube with a camera (bronchoscope) through the nose or mouth into the trachea (windpipe) and bronchi (lung airways). This procedure helps in diagnosing and treating various respiratory conditions, such as lung infections, chronic cough, airway blockages, and lung diseases.
At Adichunchanagiri Hospital, one of the best in respiratory medicine your doctor may recommend a bronchoscopy if you experience:
- Chronic or unexplained cough lasting more than 8 weeks
- Difficulty breathing or airway obstruction
- Persistent lung infections such as pneumonia or tuberculosis
- Blood in sputum (haemoptysis)
- Abnormal chest X-ray or CT scan findings
- Suspected lung cancer, interstitial lung disease, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Foreign body inhalation or airway narrowing (stridor, wheezing)
Types of Bronchoscopies Available at Adichunchanagiri Hospital
There are two types of bronchoscopies, depending on the purpose of the procedure:
1. Flexible Bronchoscopy
- Minimally invasive, performed under local anaesthesia with mild sedation.
- Used for diagnosis of lung diseases, mucus removal, and biopsies.
- Commonly used for detecting lung infections, tumours, and inflammation.
2. Rigid Bronchoscopy
- Performed under general anaesthesia for therapeutic interventions.
- Used for removing airway blockages, foreign objects, or treating severe bleeding.
- Often used in cases of tumour removal, tracheal narrowing, or large airway obstruction.
Bronchoscopy Services at Adichunchanagiri Hospital, Mandya
At Adichunchanagiri Hospital, we offer advanced bronchoscopy services performed by expert pulmonologists and respiratory specialists. Our services include:
- Advanced diagnostic bronchoscopy for lung disease detection.
- Therapeutic bronchoscopy for mucus clearance and airway management.
- Biopsy collection for accurate diagnosis of lung conditions.
- Foreign body removal in emergency airway obstruction cases.
- Comprehensive lung function assessment with cutting-edge technology.
Early detection of lung conditions can improve treatment outcomes. If you have persistent respiratory symptoms, book your bronchoscopy at Adichunchanagiri Hospital today!
