Role of Bronchoscopy in Emergency Department in Persistent Acute Type II Respiratory Failure

Authors

  • Faizatul Asna Abd Aziz Hospital Selayang, Lebuhraya Selayang -Kepong, 68100 Batu Caves, Selangor, Malaysia https://orcid.org/0009-0001-1428-0731
  • Gurjeet Singh a/l Harvendhar Singh Hospital Selayang, Lebuhraya Selayang -Kepong, 68100 Batu Caves, Selangor, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31674/mjmr.2025.v09i03.010

Abstract

Difficulty in ventilation despite pharmacological treatment in mechanically ventilatedpatients should be addressed to avoid further complication. This includes physical assessment of the airway via bronchoscopy as a diagnostic procedure. Depending on the findings of initial visualisation, further manoeuvres can be initiated as therapeutic measures. The usage of bronchoscopy by emergency physician and residents should be considered in acute setting of emergency department (ED) as soon as ventilatory issues arise to promptly mitigate the problem.

Keywords:

Acute Type II Respiratory Failure, Airway Management, Bronchoscopy, Emergency Department, Mechanical Ventilation

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Published

08-07-2025

How to Cite

Abd Aziz, F. A., & a/l Harvendhar Singh, G. S. . (2025). Role of Bronchoscopy in Emergency Department in Persistent Acute Type II Respiratory Failure. Malaysian Journal of Medical Research (MJMR), 9(3), 82-87. https://doi.org/10.31674/mjmr.2025.v09i03.010

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