Bronchoscopy is an advanced, minimally invasive procedure used to directly examine the airways and lungs with a flexible, camera-equipped scope. It allows the doctor to accurately diagnose respiratory diseases, collect samples, remove blockages, and perform therapeutic interventions with high precision. At RV Healthcare, Dr. Padmaraj Ankale performs diagnostic and interventional bronchoscopy with international-standard safety and expertise, ensuring accurate diagnosis and faster recovery.

What is Bronchoscopy?

Bronchoscopy is a procedure where a thin tube (bronchoscope) is inserted through the nose or mouth into the windpipe and lungs to visualize the bronchial tubes.

Why is it Done?

Bronchoscopy helps diagnose and treat conditions such as:

• Chronic cough or unexplained breathlessness
• Abnormal chest X-ray or CT scan
• Lung infections
• Suspected tuberculosis
• Interstitial lung disease
• Airway bleeding
• Tumors or lung cancer
• Foreign body in airways

How the Procedure is Performed

• Performed under local anesthesia or conscious sedation
• A flexible bronchoscope is guided into the airway
• Doctor visualizes the trachea and bronchial tree
• Samples such as BAL (Bronchoalveolar lavage), brushings, biopsies may be taken
• Therapeutic procedures like mucus removal, bleeding control, and stent placement can be done
• Takes around 10–20 minutes
• Most patients go home the same day