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Bronchoscopy in bronchiectasis: value of lavage beyond microbiology

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Extract We read with great interest the recent research letter by De Angelis et al. [1] entitled “How bronchoscopy can impact bronchiectasis management: a prospective, observational study” published in ERJ Open Research. The authors reported that chest computed tomography (CT)-targeted bronchoscopy to retrieve bronchial lavage fluid (BLF) provided clinically actionable microbiological information and frequently prompted changes in management, while remaining safe with a low rate of minor adverse events.

Source: ERJ Open Research

DOI: 10.1183/23120541.00288-2026

Authors: Lam Nguyen-Ho, Quoc-Khanh Tran-Le

Institutions: University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City, University Medical Center HCMC

Language: English

Topic: Cystic Fibrosis Research Advances

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $808