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Tracheostomy or bronchoscopy?

2021-04-14 08:58:11
My father got bilateral stroke, he is unable to spit out phelgm which is struck below throat that may be worsened in future. Doctor suggest me tracheostomy for avg 2-3 month. I m thinking about non invasive bronchoscopy 2-3 times in month as per need. I dont know much abt it.. Pls suggest me
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Hi.  I understand your concern s. Open a private online consult for a detailed analysis and to suggest you further management plan

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Then if required Bronchoscopy
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Discuss case with Pulmonologist and Intensivist.

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Needed detailed history, do a online consultation with a pulmonologist for further evaluation and management

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