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Bronchoscopy



Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy


Bronchoscopy

Alternative Names:

Fiberoptic bronchoscopy
Normal Values:

Normal cells and secretions are found. No foreign substances or blockages are seen.


What abnormal results mean:
  • Abnormality in the bronchial wall
  • Inflammation
  • Swelling
  • Ulceration
  • Tumor
  • Enlarged glands or lymph nodes
  • Stenosis or compression of the trachea
  • Dilated tubular vessels
  • Irregular bronchial branching
  • Hemorrhage
  • Lung cancer
  • Infections from bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites, or tuberculosis

References:


Murray J, Nadel J. Textbook of Respiratory Medicine. 3rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: WB Saunders; 2000: 639-641.

Cummings CW, Flint PW, Haughey BH, et al. Otolaryngology: Head & Neck Surgery. 4th ed. St Louis, Mo; Mosby; 2005:2474.




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