Anesthetic Considerations in Bronchoscopy - View From the Pulmonologist's Standpoint

Session Format

Pre-Recorded

Session Type

Plenary Presentation

Topic Area

Interventional

Description

Pulmonologists seem divided about the optimum anesthetic modality for bronchoscopic procedures. This is largely a result of practice preference and available infrastructure at their institutions. Practice patterns are influenced by evidence behind use of a specific anesthetic modality or pressure stemming from an institution's understanding of resource utilization. The session will inform the audience with evidence-based information needed to optimize their practice or make a case for advanced anesthetic support. Anesthetic considerations for therapeutic bronchoscopy will also be discussed.

Learning Objective 1

Demonstrate knowledge of evidence behind use of moderate sedation and general anesthesia for advanced diagnostic bronchoscopy.

Learning Objective 2

Understand the impact of different anesthetic modalities on patient safety, comfort, and diagnostic yield.

Summary


Availability:	On-Demand


Cost:	FREE


Credit Offered:	1 CME Credit