Respiratory Medicine

Respiratory Medicine

The Department of Respiratory Medicine at Pushpagiri Medical Hospital focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of various respiratory conditions and diseases. It offers a wide range of interventions, procedures, and treatment protocols to ensure the well-being of patients with respiratory disorders.

 Here is a detailed description of some of the common interventions, procedures, and treatment protocols in this department,
Diagnosis

Comprehensive clinical evaluation: This involves taking a detailed medical history, performing a physical examination, and assessing symptoms to identify the underlying respiratory condition.
Pulmonary function tests: These tests measure lung capacity, airflow, and gas exchange to assess lung function.Imaging studies: Chest X-rays, computed tomography (CT) scans, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans help visualize the lungs and identify any abnormalities.
Bronchoscopy: This procedure involves inserting a flexible tube with a camera into the airways to examine the respiratory system and collect tissue samples for further analysis.

Treatment Procedure

Medications: Depending on the diagnosis, the department prescribes appropriate medications to manage respiratory conditions. These may include bronchodilators, corticosteroids, antibiotics, antiviral drugs, mucolytics, and immunosuppressants.
Oxygen therapy: Supplemental oxygen is provided through various devices to ensure adequate oxygenation in patients with respiratory failure or hypoxemia.
Non-invasive ventilation: Techniques such as continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) or bilevel positive airway pressure (BiPAP) can help support breathing in patients with respiratory distress.
Pulmonary rehabilitation: This programme combines exercise training, education, and breathing techniques to improve lung function, increase exercise tolerance, and enhance quality of life.Smoking cessation: Patients are encouraged to quit smoking, and the department provides counselling and support to help them overcome nicotine addiction.
Allergy management: Identification and avoidance of allergens, as well as prescribing antihistamines, nasal sprays, and immunotherapy, are part of managing respiratory allergies.
Treatment for sleep-disordered breathing: Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy is commonly used to treat conditions such as obstructive sleep apnea.

Interventional Procedures

Thoracentesis: This procedure involves removing fluid or air from the pleural space (the space around the lungs) using a needle and syringe to relieve symptoms and aid in diagnosis.
Pleural biopsy: A small sample of pleural tissue is obtained for examination to determine the cause of fluid accumulation or pleural thickening.
Pleuroscopy: Also known as medical thoracoscopy, this procedure involves inserting a thin, flexible tube with a camera into the pleural space to visualize and diagnose pleural diseases.

These interventions, procedures, and treatment protocols are designed to effectively diagnose, manage, and treat various respiratory conditions in the Department of Respiratory Medicine.
It is worth noting that specific treatment plans may vary depending on the individual patient's condition and medical history.

SpirometryBody plethysmograph
DLCO (Diffusion Capacity Of The Lungs For CO)
Fibro optic bronchoscopy
Rigid bronchoscopy
CT-guided lung biopsy ( in collaboration with the radio diagnosis department)
Ultrasound-guided aspiration
Cardiac Pulmonary Exercise test (CPET)

Overall, the Department of Respiratory Medicine at Pushpagiri Medical College Hospital is equipped with advanced equipment and facilities to offer comprehensive diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative services for patients with respiratory disorders.