Gastroenterology - Bronchoscopy with Sedation - Post Procedure

What to expect following a Bronchoscopy

You may have a sore throat for up to 48 hours.

Sedation

Following your sedation, for the next 24 hours:-

• Do not attend work
• You cannot LEGALLY drive
• You must not operate machinery
• You must not drink any alcohol
• You should not sign any legally binding agreements
• You must not care for any dependent relatives
• You must have someone to supervise you at home

Complications

• Coughing up of blood
• Chest infection
• Breathlessness

If you are feeling unwell in anyway, you should contact your own G.P. or attend the nearest Accident & Emergency Department.

Eating and Drinking

You have to remain Nil By Mouth (NBM) for 1 hour after the procedure until _______________   

You may commence your normal diet after this time.

Contact Numbers

If you have any issues following your bronchoscopy, please ring:

Lung Navigator Team - 07813 994614 (For Bury, HMR and Oldham patients)

Fairfield General Hospital Endoscopy Unit - 0161 778 2554 (For Bury, HMR and Oldham patients)

Salford Royal Hospital Respiratory Ward (9am - 5pm) - 0161 206 0358

NHS Direct - 111 (24 Hours)