Thoracic Services

Specialized medical services focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of conditions related to the thoracic region, which includes the chest, lungs, and upper abdomen.

 

Pulmonology:

The branch of medicine dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and conditions affecting the respiratory system, including the lungs and airways.

 

Thoracic Surgery:

A surgical specialty that deals with procedures involving the chest, including surgeries on the lungs, esophagus, and other thoracic organs.

 

Respiratory Therapy:

Medical professionals specializing in the assessment and treatment of breathing disorders, often providing services such as inhalation therapy and pulmonary rehabilitation.

 

Bronchoscopy:

A diagnostic and therapeutic procedure involving the insertion of a thin, flexible tube (bronchoscope) into the airways to examine the lungs and perform interventions.

 

Lung Function Tests:

Diagnostic tests that assess the capacity and efficiency of the lungs, providing crucial information about respiratory health and function.

 

Pleural Effusion:

The accumulation of fluid in the space between the lungs and the chest cavity, often requiring drainage or other interventions for symptomatic relief.

 

Interventional Pulmonology:

A subspecialty within pulmonology that focuses on minimally invasive procedures to diagnose and treat lung conditions, such as bronchoscopic interventions and pleural procedures.

Cardiothoracic Surgery:

A surgical specialty that includes procedures involving the heart, great vessels, and thoracic organs, often performed by cardiothoracic surgeons.

 

Chest Radiography:

Imaging studies, such as X-rays, that capture images of the chest to aid in the diagnosis and monitoring of thoracic conditions.