A TECHNIQUE FOR THE SELECTIVE CATHETERIZATION OF SEGMENTAL BRONCHI USING ARTERIAL CATHETERS

Abstract

A technique for the selective catheterization of segmental and subsegmental bronchi by means of radiopaque vascular catheters has been described. The indications for the procedure have been discussed and a possible application of this method to the diagnosis of bronchogenic carcinoma and other pulmonary neoplasms has been mentioned.