Chest

The diagnosis and treatment of illnesses affecting the lungs and respiratory system are the main goals of chest medicine, also referred to as pulmonology or respiratory medicine. It covers a broad range of illnesses, such as sleep apnea, lung cancer, pneumonia, TB, asthma, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

To evaluate lung health and detect respiratory disorders, pulmonologists employ a variety of diagnostic techniques, including bronchoscopy, CT scans, chest X-rays, and pulmonary function tests (PFTs). Medication, oxygen therapy, pulmonary rehabilitation, and cutting-edge operations like lung transplantation and thoracoscopy are some of the treatment modalities.

Chest medicine is essential for enhancing lung health and averting complications in the face of rising respiratory infections and environmental pollution. To provide comprehensive care and improve patients' quality of life, pulmonologists collaborate closely with respiratory therapists, thoracic surgeons, and intensivists.