Paediatric Bronchoscopy

Bronchoscopy refers to the instrumentation of the airway with a bronchoscope in order to visualize the airway beyond the scope of a laryngoscope, for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. Pediatric bronchoscopy entails two endoscopic techniques: flexible and rigid bronchoscopy. It can be emergent or elective. It provides anatomical and dynamic information about the airway. For children, special equipment, sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the pediatric airway, tertiary care settings, monitoring of electrocardiogram and oxygen saturation, an experienced anesthesiologist, and foresight of complications are a must.