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Endoscopic Examinations and Biopsies: Purposes, Indications and Patient Care

Deck on endoscopy, bronchoscopy and biopsy: the diagnostic and therapeutic purposes of each, the conditions they are used for, preparation of the patient, the procedure itself and the post-procedure care that prevents aspiration and complications.

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