bronchial blockers

Bronchial blockers are specialized devices used during thoracic surgery to selectively collapse one lung, providing the surgeon better access and a clearer view. Inserted through a breathing tube into the windpipe, they block the airflow to a specific lung without affecting the other. This controlled lung collapse helps with procedures like lung surgeries or repairs near the chest. They are useful alternatives to traditional methods like one-lung ventilation with a double-lumen tube, especially in patients with difficult airways or other health issues. Bronchial blockers enable precise lung isolation, improving surgical safety and patient outcomes.