Journal of bronchology & interventional pulmonology
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J Bronchology Interv Pulmonol · Jul 2021
Randomized Controlled TrialWall-mounted Versus Handheld Syringe Suction for Pediatric Bronchoalveolar Lavage: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
Bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) via flexible bronchoscopy is a valuable diagnostic technique in children. The quality of BAL is directly related to the volume of the fluid recovered. Continuous wall suctioning and handheld syringe suctioning are the 2 commonly used methods, but they are rarely compared in children. We aimed to compare the above 2 suctioning techniques for BAL in the pediatric age group. ⋯ Wall mount suction had better BAL fluid recovery compared with handheld syringe suction in children undergoing flexible bronchoscopy. The diagnostic yield was similar in both groups.