Bronchoscopy in ICU: A Practical Guide

This book provides a state of art detailed descriptions of all basic bronchoscopic procedures enabling beginners and experienced to review all fundamental components of procedures and increase procedural success and safety. The chapters cover an array of topics from anatomy and equipment care, indications, techniques to how to manage the complications. Step-by-step descriptions and abundant illustrations provide the reader with detailed and clear understanding of the subject. The authors while addressing the scientific basis have incorporated useful practical tips in the text. The book also features an atlas depicting a variety of bronchoscopy findings. This handbook is an essential resource for a quick reference to bronchoscopy in ICU and will be beneficial for a wide range of practitioners including pulmonologists, anesthesiologists, physicians who are trainees and specialists in critical care. The book also serves as an introduction to bronchoscopy for students, nurses and paramedics as bronchoscopy involves team work. This book will help reduce complications, discourage misuse of the procedure and improve diagnostic and therapeutic utility of bronchoscopy in critically ill patients. Key Features: The book `Bronchoscopy in ICU provides a state of the art detailed descriptions of bronchoscopic procedures depicting a variety of bronchoscopy findings. Introductory chapters provide idea of anatomy of tracheobronchial tree and bronchoscope accessories. Subsequent chapters provide detailed instructions for performing procedures such as bronchial washing and lavage, handing of bronchoscope, bronchoscopy assisted by noninvasive ventilation, and bronchoscopy during mechanical ventilation. Pediatric bronchoscopy in ICU is a highlighting feature of the book. The book is a ready reckoner as it provides step-by-step descriptions and abundant illustrations. The book provides a comprehensive and up-to-date content for intensivists, pulmonologists, anesthesiologists, surgeons and postgraduate students.…