Interventional Bronchoscopy Treatment in Turkey
About Interventional Bronchoscopy
Key Highlights
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Minimally invasive procedure with smaller incisions or no external incisions.Allows for both diagnosis and treatment in a single session.Typically results in less pain and scarring compared to open thoracic surgery.Shorter hospital stay and faster overall recovery time.High precision in targeting specific areas of the lung and airways.Can be used for a wide range of conditions, from biopsies to stent placement./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- To obtain tissue samples (biopsy) for diagnosing lung cancer, infections, or interstitial lung diseases.
- To locate and control the source of bleeding in the airways (hemoptysis).
- To remove foreign objects accidentally inhaled into the lungs.
- To relieve airway obstruction caused by tumors, strictures, or excessive mucus.
- To place stents to keep narrowed airways open.
- To drain infected fluid collections (abscesses) or perform lung lavage.
- To deliver localized therapy for tumors (e.g., laser ablation, cryotherapy, brachytherapy).
How to prepare
- Complete a thorough medical evaluation, including blood tests and imaging (like a CT scan).
- Discuss all current medications with your doctor; you may need to stop blood thinners temporarily.
- Fast (no food or drink) for 6-12 hours before the procedure as directed.
- Arrange for someone to drive you home after the procedure, as sedation is used.
- Inform the doctor of any allergies, especially to anesthesia or sedatives.
- You may be given pre-procedure antibiotics or other medications if needed.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding at the biopsy or treatment site.
- Infection or pneumonia.
- Collapse of a small portion of the lung (pneumothorax).
- Low blood oxygen levels during the procedure.
- Reaction to sedatives or anesthesia, such as breathing difficulties.
- Sore throat, hoarseness, or minor discomfort after the procedure.
- Rarely, damage to the teeth, vocal cords, or airway.
Recovery & hospital stay
- You will be monitored in a recovery area until the sedation wears off.
- A sore throat and cough are common for a day or two; lozenges may help.
- Do not eat or drink until the gag reflex returns to prevent choking.
- Rest at home for 24 hours; avoid driving, operating machinery, or making important decisions.
- You may cough up small amounts of blood-tinged mucus; report heavy bleeding or difficulty breathing immediately.
- Attend all follow-up appointments to discuss biopsy results and next steps.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-2 days
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Expected recovery time:
3-7 days
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering interventional bronchoscopy in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with pulmonology departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform interventional bronchoscopy. MediFyr helps you compare pulmonologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for interventional bronchoscopy compare across other countries where we have data.
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