Thoracic surgery is a branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of lung, pleural, mediastinal and airway disorders. At Elytis Hospital, our thoracic surgery specialists use modern, minimally invasive techniques to ensure the best outcomes for patients.
Pathologies treated in the specialty of Thoracic Surgery:
- Benign and malignant lung tumors
- Spontaneous or recurrent pneumothorax
- Lung and pleural infections
- Interstitial lung diseases
- Traumatic chest injuries
- Diseases of the diaphragm
- Pleural effusions and pleural empyema
Procedures
Bronchoscopy - minimally invasive endoscopic diagnosis and treatment
Bronchoscopy is a procedure used to examine the airways and take biopsies for diagnostic purposes. It allows identification and evaluation:
- Lung infections
- Bronchopulmonary tumors
- Airway stenosis
- Pulmonary bleeding of unknown cause
Bronchoscopy is performed under local or general anesthesia and provides essential information to establish an appropriate treatment plan.
Pleural and lung biopsy - essential investigations for accurate diagnosis
Pleural or lung biopsy is a necessary procedure to confirm the diagnosis of suspicious lesions. It is used for:
- Diagnosis of lung and pleural cancer
- Identifying chronic infections or tuberculosis
- Investigation of pulmonary fibrosis and other interstitial diseases
The modern minimally invasive biopsy techniques used at Elytis Hospital minimize patient discomfort and ensure fast and accurate results.
Appointments and consultations
For diagnosis and treatment of chest conditions, schedule a consultation with our specialists. Elytis Hospital offers you the highest standards of care for your lung health.
