Chest and TB
Chest and TB
Chest and TB also known as Pulmonology is a Speciality which deals with the respiratory system of the body. Pulmonologist in KVT Hospitals are expert doctors who perform diagnosis, treat and prevent respiratory and lung related problems.
Common Pulmonary Diseases
Common Pulmonary diseases are,
- Asthma & Allergy
- Bronchitis
- Chest Pain
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
- Lung Cancer
- Lung Infections
- Wheezing
- Tuberculosis
Common Pulmonary Procedures
Some of the common interventional Pulmonary procedures are,
- Biopsy of Lung
- Bronchoalveolar Lavage
- Pulmonary Function Tests (PFT)
- USG Guided Thoracentesis
- USG Guided Lung Bx
- Flexible Bronchoscopy
- Pleurodesis
- Thoracentesis
Chest and TB Consultant
Dr. C. Palaniappan M.D. (T.B & R.D)
Pulmonologist
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 1:00 pm To 2:00 pm
Chest and TB - Frequently Asked Questions - FAQ
Certain conditions can compress or narrow the airway tube and to expand the bronchus Airway Stent is used.
Bronchoalveolar Lavage is a procedure used to diagnose bleeding, infections and cancer.
Bronchoscopy is a procedure where an endoscope is used to check for problems in lungs and airways.
Balloon Bronchoplasty is a procedure where a balloon is inserted into the narrowed airway and expands the airway to identify the problems.
Pleuroscopy is a procedure to diagnose conditions of pleura where bronchoscopy cannot be performed.
Asthma is a disease that affects the lungs. Asthma is triggered by cold, dust, smoke and other factors.
Emphysema is a disease which develops over time and affects the lung tissue. Symptoms include shortness of breath, coughing with mucus, wheezing and chest tightness.
Wheezing is the whistle sound that is heard when the airway is partially blocked. Airway could be blocked due to allergy, cold or asthma.
Tuberculosis is a bacterial disease which is developed in the lungs. It is caused by bacteria called Mycobacterium.
Bronchitis is a condition where there is inflammation in the bronchial tubes.