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DESCRIPTION
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Your doctor can examine the inside of your windpipe and bronchial tubes by passing a soft instrument through your nose or mouth into your lungs. This procedure is called a bronchoscopy (bron-KOS-ko-pee). Tissue may be removed through the instrument for tests in the lab.
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CARE
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Immediately If... You begin to cough up blood. You have breathing problems or start wheezing. You develop chest pain.
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COMPLICATIONS
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s There is a chance of injury to your throat, windpipe, or bronchial tubes. You might also bleed (hemorrhage), get an infection, or develop heart or lung problems. However, these problems are unlikely if you follow your doctor's directions.
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