Whole lung lavage.
After more than 35 years of evolution, whole lung lavage is an efficient and safe technique. Furthermore, it can be a pleasant experience because it consists of performing general anesthesia without a surgeon being in the operating room. Whole lung lavage can be adapted to many patients and diseases; however, more research must be done to confirm the new indications.
Bussières
J S
JS
Department of Anesthesiology, Laval University, Heart and Lung Institute, Laval Hospital, Québec City, Canada. jean.bussieres@anr.ulaval.ca
D000768:Anesthesia, General; D018893:Bronchoalveolar Lavage / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D008171:Lung Diseases / Q000628:therapy