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Dtsch Med Wochenschr
; 134(46): 2346-50, 2009 Nov.
Article
in German
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-19894203
ABSTRACT
Flexible bronchoscopy is one of the most important diagnostic procedures in respiratory medicine. The investigator operates in a vital organ and therefore must face a broad range of potential complications. This article provides an overview of all important complications associated with flexible bronchoscopy. It is further discussed how this risk can be minimized. A skillfull team, close monitoring and readily available resuscitation facilities are mandatory to avoid and to deal with major complications.