Features

Includes the very latest procedures and techniques
Comprehensive coverage, guides you through the range of anatomical and pathological possibilities
A step-by-step guide to the use of bronchoscopic techniques, interpretation of images and differential diagnoses
Integrates naked eye, bronchoscopic and radiological anatomy to give you a thorough understanding of the procedure
Numerous full colour illustrations and sound practical advice make this a key text for learning and refining your technique


Summary

This unique and comprehensive atlas by an expert practioner provides an innovative pictorial guide to flexible bronchoscopy, one of the most exciting and challenging procedures in respiratory medicine today.

Includes the very latest procedures and techniques
Comprehensive coverage, guides you through the range of anatomical and pathological possibilities
A step-by-step guide to the use of bronchoscopic techniques, interpretation of images and differential diagnoses
Integrates naked eye, bronchoscopic and radiological anatomy to give you a thorough understanding of the procedure
Numerous full colour illustrations and sound practical advice make this a key text for learning and refining your technique
The book will be invaluable to those training in respiratory medicine, as well as specialist respiratory nurses and practising pulmonologists who wish to expand their practice and knowledge of the technique.

Table of Contents

Introduction
Bronchopulmonary segments
Normal anatomy (anterior approach)
Normal anatomy (posterior approach)
Vascular relationships and lymph node stations
Transbronchial fine-needle aspiration (anterior approach)
Transbronchial fine-needle aspiration (posterior approach)
Endobronchial ultrasound bronchoscopy
Pathology
Fluorescence-based imaging
Electromagnetic navigation
Intubation and management of airway haemorrhage
Endobronchial tumour debulking
Stents
Bronchoscopic treatment for emphysema and asthma: bronchoscopic lung volume reduction