noun
definition
A form of endoscope for inspecting the bronchial tubes
Examples of bronchoscope in a Sentence
Bronchoscopy-A procedure in which a hollow tube (bronchoscope) is inserted into the airway to allow visual examination of the larynx, trachea, bronchi, and bronchioles.
The Stortz ventilating bronchoscope is the most commonly used rigid bronchoscope in most centers.
Bronchoscopy A tube called a bronchoscope is put into the airway and, using an eyepiece, the doctor can see into the airways.
A 3.5 rigid bronchoscope was introduced into the trachea.
It was not possible to see the larynx with the fibreoptic bronchoscope.
X rays and direct examination of the voice box (larynx) and breathing passages using a laryngoscope or bronchoscope indicate the exact location of the obstruction or inflammation.
If the object is lodged lower in the airway, a bronchoscope (a special instrument to view the airway and remove obstructions) can be inserted.