Respiratory Endoscopy

This book provides a detailed overview of the latest innovations in respiratory endoscopy, from both diagnostic and therapeutic perspectives; each chapter focuses on one disease and the techniques for early diagnosis as well as treatment. It comprehensively covers treatment and procedures, including simultaneous X-ray fluoroscopy and its use during bronchoscopic procedures. This fast-developing technology is essential for the medical management of non-malignant and malignant diseases of the chest, especially lung cancer. Respiratory Endoscopy describes the cooperation between all the members of the healthcare team, and as such is a valuable resource not only for medical staff, but also for radiological technicians and nursing staff who contribute significantly in the care of the patients undergoing these invasive procedures. By promoting teamwork and providing practical know-how, it will improve the success and safety of respiratory endoscopy procedures. Front Matter....Pages i-ix Front Matter....Pages 1-1 The Role of X-Ray Fluoroscopy in Bronchoscopy....Pages 3-8 Development of X-Ray Fluoroscopy Devices....Pages 9-12 Characteristics of X-ray Fluoroscopy....Pages 13-16 Image Processing in X-Ray Fluoroscopy and Digital Tomography....Pages 17-25 Quality Control in X-Ray Fluoroscopy and Digital Tomography....Pages 27-31 Computed Tomography Imaging to Bronchoscopic Navigation....Pages 33-37 Front Matter....Pages 39-39 Fluorographic and Radiographic Conditions in Bronchoscopy Using X-Ray Fluoroscopy....Pages 41-45 Identification of the Involved Bronchus to Peripheral Pulmonary Lesions on Computed Tomography....Pages 47-52 Anesthesia for Bronchoscopy....Pages 53-58 Processing Samples....Pages 59-66 Rapid On-Site Cytology Evaluation....Pages 67-73 Type and Selection of Flexible Bronchoscope....Pages 75-83 Latest in Bronchoscopy (High-Vision Scope with Rotation Function)....Pages 85-89 Basic Flexible Bronchoscopy....Pages 91-102 Tomography-Guided Transbronchial Biopsy for Peripheral Pulmonary Lesions....Pages 103-108 Radial Endobronchial Ultrasound Findings....Pages 109-115 Radial EBUS Findings for Ground Glass Opacity: Comparison of Radiologic and Pathologic Findings....Pages 117-124 Endobronchial Ultrasound with a Guide Sheath for Peripheral Pulmonary Lesions....Pages 125-136 Transbronchial Needle Aspiration Through a Guide Sheath for Peripheral Pulmonary Lesions....Pages 137-142 Virtual Bronchoscopic Navigation for Peripheral Pulmonary Lesions....Pages 143-150 Front Matter....Pages 39-39 Virtual Bronchoscopic Simulation by CT Workstation....Pages 151-157 The Dose and Risk Factors for Radiation Exposure from X-Ray Fluoroscopy During EBUS-GS for Peripheral Pulmonary Lesions....Pages 159-162 Endobronchial Ultrasound-Guided Transbronchial Needle Aspiration....Pages 163-175 Endobronchial Ultrasound Elastography....Pages 177-181 Flex-Rigid Pleuroscopy Under Local Anesthesia....Pages 183-204 Stent Placement Under X-Ray Fluoroscopy....Pages 205-211 Therapeutic Bronchoscopy for Central Airway Obstruction (Balloon, Argon Plasma Coagulation, High Frequency)....Pages 213-217 Endoscopic Bronchial Occlusion with Silicone Spigots....Pages 219-228 Photodynamic Therapy for Lung Cancer....Pages 229-241 Front Matter....Pages 243-243 Actual Nursing in Respiratory Endoscopy....Pages 245-259