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Who should not have lung biopsies?
Lung biopsies should not be performed on patients who have a bleeding disorder or abnormal blood clotting because of low platelet counts, or prolonged prothrombin time (PT) or partial thromboplastin time (PTT).
What determines the type of lung biopsy performed?
Lung biopsies are performed using a variety of techniques, depending on where the abnormal tissue is located in the lung, the health and age of the patient, and the presence of lung disease.
What exactly is a lung nodule?
A lung nodule is a mass of abnormal tissue in the lungs. It is caused by infections that impact the respiratory tract. They are diagnosed through chest x-rays, biopsies, and CT scans.
What specialists are involved with lung transplantations?
anesthesiologist, an infectious disease specialist, a thoracic surgeon, an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialist, a cardiologist, and a transplant dietician who all perform with a high level of coordination
What is lung neoplasm?
Lung neoplasm refers to an abnormal growth or tumor in the lungs. It can be either benign or malignant (cancerous) and may arise from different cell types within the lung tissue. Symptoms can vary depending on the type and location of the neoplasm, and diagnosis is typically confirmed through imaging studies and biopsies.
What do normal results of lung biopsies indicate?
Normal results indicate no evidence of infection in the lungs, no detection of lumps or nodules, and cells that are free from cancerous abnormalities.
What organ is involved in Hering-Breuer?
The lung is the organ involved in Hering - Breur reflex.
Are cigarettes the only reason for lung cancer?
No, I just dont know them Some doctors say yes, some specialists say no.
What doctor treats asthma?
Pulmonologist are specialists dealing with lung related disease. But asthma is usually treated by Internists or doctors practicing General Medicine
What technologies do lung specialists use?
Chest X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, bronchoscopic samples, pulmonary function testing, and many more.
What is the body system involved in lung cancer?
Lung cancer is cancer of the lungs. Lung cancer that has not metastasized affects the lower respiratory system and different parts of the lungs.
Why a lung biopsy is needed?
Bronchoscopy, which is a type of lung biopsy performed with a long slender instrument called a bronchoscope, can be used to clear a patient's air passages of secretions and to remove blockages
