Bronchoscopy
Advanced Airway Diagnosis & Treatment by Dr. Saurabh Ojha
Bronchoscopy in Lucknow
Bronchoscopy is a minimally invasive procedure used to examine the inside of the airways and lungs using a thin, flexible camera. It plays a crucial role in diagnosing unexplained cough, infections, bleeding, lung masses, airway blockages, and breathing disorders.
At Dr. Saurabh Ojha’s Interventional Pulmonology Center in Lucknow, bronchoscopy is performed using advanced HD video systems that provide precise visualization of the lungs. This allows accurate diagnosis and immediate therapeutic intervention when required. As a leading lung specialist in Lucknow, Dr. Ojha ensures safe, painless, and highly effective bronchoscopy for both diagnostic and treatment purposes.
Why Bronchoscopy Is Important
Many lung conditions cannot be diagnosed accurately using X-rays or CT scans alone. Bronchoscopy allows direct visualization of the airways and enables collection of samples for laboratory analysis, helping in early and accurate diagnosis of serious conditions like tuberculosis, lung cancer, and chronic infections.
Conditions Diagnosed & Treated Using Bronchoscopy
As a leading Interventional Pulmonologist in Lucknow, Dr. Saurabh Ojha offers expert bronchoscopy for accurate diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of airway and lung conditions:
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Condition
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Description
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Treatment
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Chronic cough
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Long-lasting cough without clear cause
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Bronchoscopic airway evaluation and medication
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Lung infections
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TB, bacterial or fungal infection
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Bronchial sampling and targeted antibiotics
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Lung tumor
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Abnormal lung growth
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Bronchoscopic biopsy and referral
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Airway blockage
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Mucus, tumor, foreign body
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Endoscopic removal
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Coughing blood
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Bleeding from airways
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Source detection and treatment
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Pre-Procedure & Post-Procedure Care
Before bronchoscopy, patients undergo a detailed medical evaluation including chest imaging and blood tests. Fasting is required for a few hours prior to the procedure. Sedation is provided for complete comfort and safety.
After bronchoscopy, patients are monitored briefly and usually discharged the same day. Mild throat irritation or cough may occur for a short time. Most patients can return to normal activities within 24 hours.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Bronchoscopy helps diagnose the cause of chronic cough, lung infections, tumors, bleeding, or airway blockages that cannot be seen clearly on scans.
Yes. When performed by an experienced pulmonologist, bronchoscopy is a very safe and routine procedure.
You will receive mild sedation, so you remain comfortable and relaxed during the procedure.
Most patients recover within a few hours and can go home the same day.
Yes. It allows direct biopsy of suspicious lung lesions for accurate diagnosis.