Acute care bronchoscopy is a critical tool for intensivists in managing patients with severe respiratory distress or airway obstruction in the intensive care unit. It allows for the direct visualization of the airway to identify and manage issues such as secretions, mucus plugs, or foreign body aspirations. This procedure can also aid in the diagnosis and treatment of infections, such as pneumonia or ventilator-associated conditions, by enabling targeted sampling and lavage. For intensivists, proficiency in bronchoscopy is essential for providing timely, life-saving interventions in acutely ill patients, minimizing complications, and improving patient outcomes in critical care settings.
Head of Department, Internal Medicine, Yatharth Super Speciality Hospital, Noida
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