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Published on: June 23, 2023
[Application of flexible bronchoscopy in postoperative management of lung transplantation]
Jun Liu1, Fei Cui, Rui-jun Cai
1Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Diseases, Guangzhou Medical College, Guangzhou 510120, China. liujun9707@tom.com
Objective:
To investigate the application of flexible bronchoscopy in the postoperative management of lung transplantation.
Methods:
Four male patients with end-stage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease received examination with bronchoscope following the unilateral lung transplant for management of airway complications. One patient developed stenosis at tracheal anastomosis 2 months after transplantation and underwent balloon dilatation and endobronchial metallic stent placement.
Results:
The 4 patients showed good recovery after transplantation with obviously improved pulmonary function and quality of life.
Conclusion:
Flexible bronchoscopy provides a valuable means for postoperative management of lung transplantation.
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