Interventional Pulmonology
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Call 413-794-7330Our Interventional Pulmonology Program combines the expertise of our team with the latest medical advancements to provide a full spectrum of care, from diagnosis to treatment and recovery. Our multidisciplinary approach involves working closely with specialists from other fields such as oncology, thoracic surgery, and respiratory therapy, ensuring that each patient receives the most effective treatment plan tailored to their needs.
Pulmonary Conditions We Treat
- Lung cancer
- Airway obstructions
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Pleural effusion (fluid buildup around the lungs)
- Foreign body aspiration (removal)
- Pulmonary infections
- Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)
- Lung nodules
- Lung Volume Reduction for emphysema
Interventional Pulmonology Services and Support
Bronchoscopy
- Flexible Bronchoscopy: A minimally invasive procedure used to examine the airways, take biopsies, and remove mucus or foreign bodies.
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS): Combines bronchoscopy with ultrasound to guide biopsy of lymph nodes and other tissues in the chest, helping to diagnose lung cancer and other diseases.
- Robotic assisted Bronchoscopy (ENB): A cutting-edge imaging technique that allows for precise navigation to biopsy or treat deep lung lesions with minimal complications and pain.
- Cryobiopsy: A procedure to obtain tissue samples from the lungs using a freezing probe, often helpful in diagnosing interstitial lung diseases.
Airway Stenting and Dilation
- Airway Stenting: Stents are used to open narrowed or obstructed airways, often in patients with lung cancer or other conditions that cause airway collapse.
- Balloon Dilation: A technique that uses a balloon to expand narrow airways, helping improve airflow.
Pleural Procedures
- Thoracentesis: A procedure to remove fluid from the pleural space (the area around the lungs), often done for patients with pleural effusion (fluid around the lungs).
- Pleural Catheter: An indwelling pleural catheter (IPC) is a soft, flexible tube inserted into the chest to drain excess fluid from around the lungs. It helps relieve symptoms like breathlessness caused by pleural effusion, especially in people with ongoing fluid buildup. The catheter can be managed at home, allowing regular drainage and improving comfort and quality of life.
- Pleurodesis: A treatment to prevent fluid buildup by causing the pleural layers to adhere to each other, used for recurring pleural effusions.
Tumor Ablation
- Laser Therapy: Uses laser energy to remove or shrink tumors in the airway.
- Radiofrequency Ablation: Uses heat to destroy cancerous tissue in the lungs and airways.
- Bronchoscopic Cryotherapy: Utilizes extremely cold temperatures to destroy abnormal tissues and tumors in the lungs.
Foreign Body Removal
- Flexible Bronchoscopy: Used to safely remove foreign objects that may have been inhaled and become lodged in airways.
Lung Cancer Screening
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