Thoracoscopy: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Purposes

Why us for thoracoscopy?

Specialized care for asthma, COPD, sleep disorders & all types of TB

100% safe & precision-driven procedures

International clinical protocols & safety norms

All cashless insurance facilities available

24x7 ICU & critical care facilities

At the Department of Pulmonology, we offer state-of-the-art video-assisted thoracoscopy to diagnose and treat chest conditions. Our dedicated chest clinic is equipped with the most modern technologies for safe and precision-driven thoracoscopic procedures.

Our pulmonology experts

Dr. Kuldeep Grover

Pulmonology

Gurgaon

Dr. Abhishek Bansal

Anaesthesia & Critical Care

Gurgaon

Dr. Hardik Shroff

Anaesthesia & Critical Care

Gurgaon

Dr. Gurpreet Singh Popli

Anaesthesia & Critical Care

Delhi

Dr. Lalit Sehrawat

Anaesthesia & Critical Care

Delhi

Dr. Nitin Garg

Anaesthesia & Critical Care

Delhi

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About thoracoscopy

Thoracoscopy has both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. In this procedure, your pulmonologist uses a thin tube with a tiny camera, known as the thoracoscope, along with other surgical instruments to access the insides of your chest area.

Thoracoscopy indications

Your doctor may indicate thoracoscopy for the following reasons:

Biopsy for lung or chest cancers
Treatment of lung cancer
Removal of excess fluid or air from the cavity around the lungs
Treatment of hyperhidrosis
Treatment of oesophagal disorders
Removal of all or part of the oesophagus
Removal of the thymus gland

Risks of thoracoscopy

Common risks and complications associated with this procedure include:

Pneumonia
Bleeding
Damage to the nerves
Damage to nearby organs
Reaction to anaesthesia

Patient testimonials

Excellent experience of thoracoscopy. Dr Kuldeep Kumar is highly professional. His team is also super supportive and are very compassionate. The whole surgery was very comfortable and I am very pleased with the outcome. Thanks to the whole team of CK Birla Hospital.

Sanjay Arya

I liked the approach of Dr Kuldeep Kumar at the CK Birla Hospital. Before my thoracoscopy, he made sure to have a detailed discussion with me. He helped me understand everything and know possible risks. He was very supportive and caring. His team was always giving me positivity and confidence about the surgery. I had a good experience overall. Thanks to the whole team of CK Birla Hospital.

Kavita Rathi

Good experience. The hospital is functioning very nicely. The team of doctors is very intelligent and involve you in their decision making which is a very good aspect. Thanks to the whole team of CK Birla Hospital.

Bhavika Kanojia

FAQs

Thoracoscopy is not a painful procedure. It is performed under the effect of anaesthesia and may cause some levels of discomfort.

Your recovery period depends upon the cause of the procedure. Typically, you can expect to recover from thoracoscopy within 2-3 days.