Paediatric bronchoscopy

• Other Authors: Priftis, Kostas N. (Editor), M. B. Anthracopoulos (Editor), Eber, E. (Editor), Koumbourlis, A. C. (Editor), Wood, R. E. (Editor)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Basel Karger 2010
• Series: Progress in respiratory research v.38
• Subjects: Bronchoscopy > methods; Child > methods; Lung > pathology; Lung Diseases > pathology
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• Physical Description: ix, 211 pages illustrations (some colour) 29 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and indexes
• ISBN: 9783805593106; 3805593104

This book provides an in-depth 'state-of-the-art' critical review of the technique and the applications of flexible and rigid bronchoscopy to infants and children. Written by an international panel of experts, it reviews the technical aspects of the procedure, its common and highly specialized applications as well as its potential alternatives. The chapters are enhanced by a wealth of original figures. A major innovation of the book is the inclusion of online videos from actual bronchoscopies that further illustrate and elaborate on the information provided in the text. The book is addressed to paediatric pulmonologists and otorhinolaryngologists, both experienced and in training, as well as to other personnel who are involved in the performance of the procedures. In addition, it is recommended to pulmonologists for adults and general paediatricians who need to be able to evaluate the usefulness of bronchoscopy for their patients and be aware of its limitations and potential contra-indications.