It is reported on the first flexible bronchoscopes. After a short presentation of
their technical development it is dealt with the examination technique. The best way
to insert the bronchoscopes is by intratracheal tubus in local anesthesia, thus the
patient does not have the uncomfortable sensation of a rigid tube. Regarding bronchoscopy
in general anesthesia the flexible bronchoscope can be inserted by the rigid tube.
Flexible bronchofiberscope - bronchoscopy - carcinoma of the breast
