Table 5.
Ghosh & Kumar grading system for rigid bronchoscopy field visibility
| Grade of field visibility | Degree of haemorrhage | Number of suctioning required in case of haemorrhage | Foreign body/lesion localisation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nil | 0 | A (excellent) |
| 2 | Minimal | 0 | B (very good) |
| 3 | Mild | 1–5 | C (good) |
| 4 | Moderate | 6–10 | D (Fair) |
| 5 | Moderately severe | 11–15 | E (poor) |
| 6 | Severe | > 15 | F (not visible) |