Rigid Bronchoscopy

Rigid bronchoscopy is a medical procedure used to examine the airways and lungs. In this procedure, a doctor uses a stiff, tube-like instrument called a rigid bronchoscope, which is inserted through the mouth or nose into the trachea (windpipe) and lungs. This allows the doctor to see any blockages, take tissue samples, or perform treatment for issues like tumors or infections. It's often used in interventional pulmonology to address complex lung problems and improve breathing functions, usually under sedation for the patient’s comfort.