Bronchoscopy
Advanced Diagnostic & Therapeutic Bronchoscopy

At M R Hospitals, Thanjavur, our Bronchoscopy Unit provides advanced diagnostic and therapeutic evaluation of the airways and lungs.

Bronchoscopy allows specialists to directly examine the trachea and bronchial tree using a flexible bronchoscope. It can be used not only to identify the cause of respiratory symptoms and abnormal imaging findings, but also to obtain tissue samples and perform selected therapeutic procedures. 

Diagnostic Bronchoscopy

Diagnostic Bronchoscopy

Bronchoscopy may be recommended for patients with:

• Persistent cough
• Unexplained breathlessness
• Recurrent respiratory infections
• Blood in the sputum
• Abnormal findings on chest X-ray or CT scan
• Suspected lung or airway tumours
• Suspected airway obstruction
• Unexplained collapse or consolidation of the lung
• Evaluation of selected pulmonary infections

Tissue & Sample Collection
During bronchoscopy, samples can be obtained from the respiratory tract when required, including:

• Bronchial washings
• Bronchial brushings
• Bronchoalveolar lavage
• Biopsy of selected airway lesions
These samples can be sent for cytology, histopathology and microbiological investigations, helping establish an accurate diagnosis. 

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Bronchoscopy in Lung Cancer

Bronchoscopy plays an important role in the diagnosis and evaluation of lung and airway malignancies.

It can help identify endobronchial lesions, obtain tissue for diagnosis and assess airway involvement.

Patients diagnosed with or suspected to have cancer can be evaluated through our multidisciplinary oncology services, involving respiratory, surgical oncology, radiology, pathology and critical care teams when required. 

Therapeutic Bronchoscopy

In selected patients, bronchoscopy can also be used for therapeutic intervention.
Depending on the condition, procedures may include:

• Removal of selected airway foreign bodies
• Clearance of obstructing secretions
• Management of selected airway lesions
• Endoscopic management of selected airway obstruction
• Other appropriate bronchoscopic interventions

The choice of procedure depends on the underlying disease and the patient's clinical condition. 

Foreign Body Removal

Bronchoscopy is an important procedure for the diagnosis and removal of inhaled foreign bodies, particularly in children.
Early evaluation is important when there is suspected airway foreign body

aspiration, as obstruction can potentially lead to respiratory distress, infection or lung damage.

Our Paediatric, Paediatric Surgery, Anaesthesia and Critical Care teams can work together when bronchoscopy is required in children. 

Bronchoscopy for Complex Patients

Patients undergoing bronchoscopy may have significant respiratory, cardiac or other medical conditions.
Our multispecialty hospital provides access to:

• Specialist anaesthesia support
• Critical care services
• Mechanical ventilation when required
• Advanced imaging
• Laboratory and pathology services
• Surgical support

This provides an integrated environment for patients requiring more complex diagnostic or therapeutic procedures. 

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Bronchoscopy & Thoracic Surgery

Bronchoscopy can complement advanced thoracic surgical procedures by helping with:

• Preoperative airway assessment
• Evaluation of selected lung lesions
• Assessment of airway involvement
• Postoperative evaluation when clinically indicated

Our hospital also provides thoracic surgical and VATS services, allowing patients with appropriate conditions to be evaluated through a coordinated diagnostic and surgical pathway. 

Safe & Patient-Centred Procedure

Before bronchoscopy, patients undergo appropriate clinical assessment and preparation.

During the procedure, appropriate monitoring and sedation or anaesthesia are provided according to the patient's condition and the nature of the procedure.

Following the procedure, patients are observed during recovery and further management is planned based on the findings. 

Integrated Diagnostic Pathway

Bronchoscopy is part of a broader diagnostic and treatment pathway:

Clinical Evaluation → Imaging → Bronchoscopy → Tissue / Microbiological Diagnosis →

 Multidisciplinary Assessment → Definitive Treatment
When bronchoscopy identifies a condition requiring surgery, oncology treatment or intensive care, the appropriate specialist teams can be involved promptly. 

Why Choose M R Hospitals for Bronchoscopy?

• Advanced diagnostic bronchoscopy
• Bronchial washings, brushings and BAL
• Endobronchial biopsy in selected cases
• Evaluation of suspected lung and airway cancers
• Foreign body evaluation and removal
• Selected therapeutic bronchoscopic procedures
• Paediatric bronchoscopy support
• Specialist anaesthesia and critical care backup
• Advanced imaging and pathology support
• Access to thoracic surgery and VATS
• Multidisciplinary cancer care

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Advanced Bronchoscopy | Lung & Airway Diagnosis | Therapeutic Intervention | Integrated Thoracic & Cancer Care 

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