Respiratory Medicine

Respiratory Medicine

What is Pediatric Cardiac Sciences?

In a Pediatric Cardiac Sciences department, various procedures are performed to diagnose and treat congenital and acquired heart conditions in children.

Here are some common procedures

  • Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs) - A series of tests that measure lung function, including forced expiratory volume (FEV1) and forced vital capacity (FVC), to assess conditions like asthma and COPD.
  • Bronchoscopy - A procedure using a flexible tube with a camera (bronchoscope) to visualize the airways and lungs, often used for biopsy, secretions collection, or removing foreign bodies.
  • Imaging Studies -
    • Chest X-ray - Initial imaging to assess lung conditions.
    • CT Scan - Detailed imaging for evaluating tumors, interstitial lung disease, or pulmonary embolism.
  • Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) Analysis - A blood test that measures oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the blood to assess respiratory function.
  • Sputum Analysis - Imaging to evaluate heart size, shape, and any associated lung conditions.
  • Cardiac Catheterization - Laboratory testing of mucus samples to identify infections or inflammatory conditions.

  • Inhalation Therapy - Administering bronchodilators or corticosteroids via nebulizers or inhalers to manage asthma, COPD, or other respiratory conditions.
  • Thoracentesis - A procedure to remove excess fluid from the pleural space for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes.
  • Chest Tube Insertion - Placement of a tube to drain air (pneumothorax) or fluid (effusion) from the pleural cavity.
  • Sleep Studies - Polysomnography to diagnose sleep apnea and other sleep-related breathing disorders.
  • Lung Biopsy - Obtaining lung tissue samples for pathological examination, which can be done via bronchoscopy or needle biopsy.

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