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What complications should I watch for after my bronchoscopy procedure?

April 26, 2017bronchoscopy complications procedure WATCH

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What complications should I watch for after my bronchoscopy procedure?

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Watch for the following complications: • You develop a high fever over 101° F or your fever persists for greater than 24 hours • You are coughing up excessive amounts of blood (2 Tbsp or greater) • You develop chest pain, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing If you experience any of these complications, please call Dean Pulmonology at (608) 260-2945. If it’s after business hours, please call the Dean on Call nurse at (608) 250-1393 or 1-800-57-NURSE.