Bronchography

It is radiological examination of the bronchial tree of the lung after the introduction of radio-opaque
Contrast media.


The contrast media is introduced through a catheter or bronchoscope.


The bronchography examination may be performed to diagnose the structure and function
abnormalities of the larynx trachea and bronchi.


Now a day’s bronchography has been obsolete. It is replace by CT scan (HRCT) and a flexible
Bronchoscopy procedure.




Anatomy

, Indication
• Bronchiectasis (permanent dilation of bronchi and bronchioles)
• Bronchitis (thickened wall of bronchi and bronchioles)
• Hemoptysis (blood in coughing)
• Tracheoesophageal fistula (tract between trachea and esophagus)
• Pulmonary lesion and mass.
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease


Contra indication
• Hypersensitivity to iodine
• Suspected pregnancy
• Diabetic
• Severe hypertension
• Cardiopulmonary disease
• Asthma



Equipment’s
• Fluoroscopy unit spot film device
• Topical anesthesia xylocaine jelly and spray
• Broncho-catheter or bronchoscope
• Syringe
• Gauze
• Antiseptic solution and mouthwash
• Suction gloves
• Sterile gloves
• Masks
• Forceps




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