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.
The branch of medicine dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and conditions affecting the respiratory system, including the lungs and airways.
A surgical specialty that deals with procedures involving the chest, including surgeries on the lungs, esophagus, and other thoracic organs.
Medical professionals specializing in the assessment and treatment of breathing disorders, often providing services such as inhalation therapy and pulmonary rehabilitation.
A diagnostic and therapeutic procedure involving the insertion of a thin, flexible tube (bronchoscope) into the airways to examine the lungs and perform interventions.
Diagnostic tests that assess the capacity and efficiency of the lungs, providing crucial information about respiratory health and function.
The accumulation of fluid in the space between the lungs and the chest cavity, often requiring drainage or other interventions for symptomatic relief.
A subspecialty within pulmonology that focuses on minimally invasive procedures to diagnose and treat lung conditions, such as bronchoscopic interventions and pleural procedures.
A surgical specialty that includes procedures involving the heart, great vessels, and thoracic organs, often performed by cardiothoracic surgeons.
Imaging studies, such as X-rays, that capture images of the chest to aid in the diagnosis and monitoring of thoracic conditions.