Rigid Bronchoscopy in the Modern Era : Essential Techniques, Troubleshooting, and Case-Based Pearls

"Rigid bronchoscope remains one of the most important life-saving procedures in interventional pulmonology. Despite advances in flexible endoscopy, it continues to play a pivotal role in managing complex airway pathology and critical emergencies. This case-based approach presentation intent to master rigid bronchoscopy in contemporary practice. The session will outline essential fundamentals, including patient selection, procedural planning, anesthesia coordination, equipment preparation, and team dynamics-key elements that determine procedural safety and success. Practical demonstrations of real-world cases will illustrate its role in managing central airway obstruction. Through experience-driven pearls this presentation aims to enhance confidence, procedural precision, and multidisciplinary coordination. Ultimately, rigid bronchoscopy remains not merely a procedural skill, but a critical airway rescue modality that every interventional pulmonologist must be prepared to deploy effectively in both elective and emergent settings. "