Respiratory Medicine
Medical conditions that affect the respiratory systems are treated with respiratory medicine.
Overview
The Department of Respiratory Medicine at Regency Specialist Hospital focuses on the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of medical conditions and diseases that affect the respiratory system.
Conditions
Example: “Hypertensions” or “Shortness of breath”
Dyspnoea
Dyspnoea is more commonly known as shortness of breath. The sensation of difficulty breathing can be a symptom of health conditions, although it is sometimes experienced after an intense physical activity.
Cystic Fibrosis
A genetic disorder which causes serious damage to the lungs, digestive system and other body organs.
Pneumonia
Tuberculosis
Cough
Most coughs are caused by a cold or flu. A cough is also a natural reflex by the body to remove irritants from the throat or lungs.
Procedures
Example: “Stenting” or “ECG”
Pleurodesis
Bronchoscopy & Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
Procedure to diagnose various types of lung disorders, such as inflammation, infections or cancer.
Chest Drain
A procedure which drains air, blood or fluid from the area around the lungs.
High Flow Oxygen Therapy
A non-invasive respiratory support which supplies oxygen-enriched air to patients.
Lung Transplant
Surgery which replaces a damaged or failing lung with a healthy one, usually from a deceased donor.
Clinical services
Dietetics
Invasive Cath Lab
Radiology
Rehabilitation
Intensive Care Unit
Laboratory
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