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When foreign objects enter the trachea by mistake, how to save lives? Why do doctors choose rigid bronchoscopes?
Foreign body aspiration into the trachea is a dangerous medical emergency, especially among young children and the elderly. When foreign objects enter the trachea by mistake, how to deal with it quickly and effectively will affect the patient's life safety. In this case, the choice of rigid bronchoscope becomes one of the doctors' priorities.
Bronchoscopy is an endoscopic technique that uses a specially designed bronchoscope for diagnosis and treatment, allowing doctors to directly observe and treat the patient's airway.
History of Bronchoscopy
The history of bronchoscope can be traced back to 1897, when German otolaryngologist Gustav Kilian first used a rigid bronchoscope to remove a pig bone, which opened the era of bronchoscope application. Subsequently, in the 1920s, Chevalier Jackson made further improvements to the rigid bronchoscope and developed a method for visual examination of the trachea and mainstem bronchi.
Rigid bronchoscope and flexible bronchoscope
The two types of bronchoscopes each have their own characteristics. Rigid bronchoscopes are generally used to remove foreign objects in emergency situations because their wide channels can control the removal process more safely and effectively. Flexible bronchoscopes have become a more commonly used diagnostic tool because of their flexibility and less discomfort to patients.
Rigid bronchoscopes have a larger optical diameter, which helps to flexibly control the removal of foreign objects and hemostasis operations.
When is a rigid bronchoscope used?
Rigid bronchoscopes are most often used in emergency situations, such as when large amounts of vomitus or vomitus are blocking the airway. In these situations, the ability for doctors to quickly examine and, if necessary, remove the foreign object can make the difference between a patient's breathing and survival.
Surgical procedures and points to note
Rigid bronchoscopy is usually performed under general anesthesia. For patients undergoing this surgery, doctors will generally prepare anti-anxiety drugs before the operation to reduce the patient's tension. Your doctor will first insert a bronchoscope into your airway and then examine your vocal cords, trachea, and bronchi. If a foreign object is found, further steps can be taken to remove it.
Any foreign body must be handled with caution as there is the potential for damage to surrounding tissue during removal.
Recovery and follow-up observation
Although most people tolerate bronchoscopy well, they will be observed briefly after the procedure to make sure no complications, such as difficulty breathing, develop. These complications include vocal cord edema, laryngospasm or bronchospasm, all of which may affect the patient's breathing.
ConclusionThe correct use of rigid bronchoscope can not only improve the efficiency of foreign body removal, but also is one of the key treatment measures for airway emergencies in the current medical community. In the face of such a daunting medical challenge, should we re-evaluate other possible emergency response options?
