| Fiberoptic bronchoscopy in bronchial asthma. A word of caution. | |
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PMID: 1244285 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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Three instances of intense laryngospasm and bronchospasm occurred as a result of fiberoptic bronchoscopic examination in three patients with quiescent bronchial asthma. The indications for the procedure were hemoptysis in one patient and lobar collapse in two. It is likely that vagally mediated reflex laryngospasm and bronchoconstriction occur when irritant receptors are mechanically stimulated by the bronchoscope. Therefore, in the asthmatic population with its increased airway reactivity, indications for fiberoptic bronchoscopy should be absolute, and the procedure should be performed under optimal conditions. A rationale for minimizing the risk of this procedure in patients with bronchial asthma is discussed. |
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Authors:
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S A Sahn; C Scoggin |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Case Reports; Journal Article |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Chest Volume: 69 ISSN: 0012-3692 ISO Abbreviation: Chest Publication Date: 1976 Jan |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 1976-03-01 Completed Date: 1976-03-01 Revised Date: 2008-11-21 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 0231335 Medline TA: Chest Country: UNITED STATES |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 39-42 Citation Subset: AIM; IM |
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Descriptor/Qualifier:
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Asthma
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complications,
diagnosis* Bronchial Spasm / etiology* Bronchoscopy / adverse effects*, methods Female Fiber Optic Technology* Humans Laryngismus / etiology* Male Middle Aged |
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