• Is a bronchoscopy done under general anesthesia?

I will have a bronchoscopy. Is a bronchoscopy done under general anesthesia?

2 Answers

  • Anesthesiologist
  • Camden, NJ

it could be, also under MAC Monitoring Anesthesia Care.

  • Anesthesiologist
  • Leesburg, VA

The actual technique used will vary depending on the preference of the pulmonologist and anesthesiologist, and the illness of the patient. But, for a lot of patients, general anesthesia can be used safely and comfortably.

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