ICU bronchoscopies
ICU Bronchoscopy Service in Hyderabad
Specialized airway management for critically ill patients. In intensive care units (ICUs), timely and precise airway evaluation and interventions can be lifesaving. Dr. Kunal Waghray offers advanced bedside bronchoscopy services tailored for critically ill patients, helping diagnose and treat airway obstructions, infections, secretions, and complications directly in the ICU, without moving unstable patients.
What is ICU Bronchoscopy?
ICU bronchoscopy is a flexible or sometimes rigid bronchoscopic procedure performed at the patient’s bedside in the intensive care unit. It enables direct visualization of the airways to diagnose and manage respiratory problems in patients who are often on ventilators or have complex respiratory failure.
Common indications for ICU bronchoscopy
- Removal of mucus plugs or secretions causing airway obstruction
- Evaluation and management of unexplained lung infiltrates or infections
- Diagnosis of ventilator-associated pneumonia or other lung infections
- Sampling for microbiology or cytology in critically ill patients
- Management of airway breeding or endobronchial lesions
- Assistance with difficult airway management or tracheostomy evaluation
Procedure highlights
- Performed bedside in the ICU with portable bronchoscopy equipment
- Usually done under sedation or local anesthesia depending on patient condition
- Monitored closely with vital signs and oxygen support throughout
- Immediate therapeutic interventions like suctioning, lavage, or biopsy can be done
- Minimizes the need to transport critically unstable patients to procedure rooms
Benefits of ICU Bronchoscopy
- Rapid diagnosis and treatment without delay
- Improves airway clearance and ventilation
- Facilitates targeted antibiotic or antifungal therapy through precise sampling
- Reduces complications related to airway obstruction or infections
- Enhances overall ICU patient management and outcomes
Safety and expertise
Dr. Kunal Waghray’s extensive experience in critical care bronchoscopy ensures that procedures are done with maximal safety, minimal discomfort, and optimal therapeutic benefit. The multidisciplinary ICU team works closely for integrated patient care.
Contact & Appointment
For ICU bronchoscopy services and advanced airway management in Hyderabad, trust Dr. Kunal Waghray and his team for expert care.
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