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Pulmonary Function
Tests (PFT)
PFT's are useful in diagnosing various
lung disorders. They also measure the degree of impairment due to
disease. The progression of a disease and the effectiveness of
treatments can be carefully observed with regularly scheduled testing.
Pulmonary Function Tests are also used frequently to assess
pre-operative risk
Bronchoscopy
A modern bronchoscopy suite is available
for outpatient and inpatient bronchoscopy. A Fibre Optic Bronchoscopy
system with video capability is used for performing bronchoscopies.
Fibre Optic Bronchoscopy helps in the complete visual assessment of air
passages, and in making a clear-cut diagnosis of infection, evaluation
of Hemoptysis, unexplained cough, cancerous changes, and also in
obtaining biological samples for pathological examination.
Bronchoscopies are performed under local anaesthetic
Therapeutic procedures carried out
include , removal of foreign body, thick secretions/pus from airways,
and broncho-alveolar lavage. The above procedures are undertaken by
qualified Pulmonologists.(Dr Akashdeep Singh, DM in Pulmonary and
Critical Care Medicine)
Flexible bronchoscopic procedures
include:
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Broncho-alveolar lavage
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Bronchial biopsies
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Brushings
Dr Akashdeep Singh
MD(Medicine)
DM (Pulmonary and Critical
Care Medicine)
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