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Pediatric Rigid Bronchoscopy for Tracheobronchial Foreign Bodies in Covid Times: Short Personal Experience

Suhail Amin Patigaroo1, Sajad Majid Qazi1, Rauf Ahmad1

  • 1Department of ENT and HNS, Government Medical College, Srinagar, J&K India.

Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery : Official Publication of the Association of Otolaryngologists of India
|September 21, 2020
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This case series shares experiences with rigid bronchoscopy for tracheobronchial foreign bodies during the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights personal protection innovations and procedural modifications during this challenging period.

Area of Science:

  • Pulmonology
  • Medical Procedures

Background:

  • The COVID-19 pandemic presented unique challenges for performing medical procedures, including rigid bronchoscopy.
  • Ensuring patient and healthcare worker safety during aerosol-generating procedures became paramount.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To share personal experiences and observations of performing rigid bronchoscopy for tracheobronchial foreign bodies during the COVID-19 pandemic (March-July 2020).
  • To detail innovations in personal protection and intra-procedure modifications implemented during this period.

Main Methods:

  • A case series of 5 patients undergoing rigid bronchoscopy for tracheobronchial foreign bodies.
  • Documentation of indications, procedural modifications, and personal protection strategies.
  • Focus on locally developed innovations for enhanced safety.

Main Results:

  • Successful management of tracheobronchial foreign bodies using rigid bronchoscopy.
  • Implementation of specific personal protection measures and procedural adaptations.
  • Experience gained in navigating the complexities of the COVID-19 environment.

Conclusions:

  • Rigid bronchoscopy can be safely performed for tracheobronchial foreign bodies even during a pandemic.
  • Personal protection innovations and procedural modifications are crucial for safety.
  • The presented experience offers insights for future similar situations but requires further research.

Keywords:
CovidLocal innovationPediatric tracheobronchial foreign bodiesPersonal protectionRigid bronchoscopy

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