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Pleural adhesion lysis treatment in Sarjapur Road

Pleural Adhesion lysis

Pleural adhesion lysis treatment in Sarjapur Road

Pleural adhesion lysis breaks up and removes scar tissue that has formed in the pleural space. This scar tissue can interfere with the normal movement of the lungs and cause shortness of breath.

Pleural adhesion lysis is usually performed using a thoracoscope, a long, thin tube with a light and camera attached. The thoracoscope is inserted through a small incision in the chest. The surgeon uses special instruments to break up the scar tissue and remove it from the pleural space.

Pleural adhesion lysis is a minimally invasive procedure usually performed as an outpatient procedure. It means the patient can go home on the same day as the procedure. Recovery times vary, but most patients can expect to return to normal activities within a few days. Book an appointment to have the best treatment.

Pre-procedure

Patients typically undergo a pre-procedure evaluation to ensure they are healthy enough for the procedure. This evaluation usually includes a physical examination, blood tests, and a chest X-ray. Visit our pulmonology hospital in Bangalore for the best treatment.

Patients are typically instructed to fast for 8 hours before the procedure. They may also be instructed to take a laxative the night before the procedure to help clear their bowels.

Procedure

The procedure is performed using a thin, flexible tube called a bronchoscope, which is inserted through the nose or mouth and passed down into the lungs. The bronchoscope is equipped with a tiny camera and light, which allow the surgeon to see the inside of the lungs and identify the areas of abnormal tissue.

Once the areas of abnormal tissue have been identified, a small incision is made in the chest wall, and a needle is inserted into the pleural space. A small amount of carbon dioxide gas is injected into the pleural space, creating a small space between the pleura and the lungs. The surgeon inserts a small, curved blade through the incision and carefully breaks up the abnormal tissue. The pieces of tissue are then suctioned out of the body.

The procedure is typically performed as an outpatient procedure, and most patients can go home the same day. Recovery time is typically short; most patients can return to normal activities within a week.

After-procedure

After the procedure, the patient will be taken to a recovery room, where they will be monitored for complications. Once the patient is stable, they will be discharged home. Recovery time is typically short; most patients can return to normal activities within a week.

Risks involved

The risks involved in this treatment are general risks associated with any type of surgery, such as bleeding, infection, and reaction to anaesthesia. There is also a risk of pneumothorax (collapsed lung) in about 1-2% of cases. 

This risk can be minimised by carefully monitoring the patient's breathing during the procedure and inserting a small tube into the chest to allow the lungs to re-expand if necessary. Overall, this procedure's risks are considered low, and the vast majority of patients experience no complications.

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