Thoracic medicine

Thoracic medicine, also known as pulmonary medicine, is a branch of medicine that deals with diseases involving the respiratory tract. This specialty is often grouped with critical care medicine when dealing with patients who require mechanical ventilation.

Overview

Thoracic medicine is considered a branch of internal medicine, and is related to intensive care medicine. Pulmonologists often perform procedures such as bronchoscopy and work closely with thoracic surgery.

Diseases and conditions

Thoracic medicine deals with many diseases and conditions, including:

• Asthma
• COPD
• Lung cancer
• Pneumonia
• Pulmonary embolism
• Tuberculosis

Diagnosis and treatment

Diagnosis of respiratory diseases often involves procedures such as chest radiography, CT scans, MRIs, pulmonary function tests, and bronchoscopy. Treatment can involve medication, procedures, or surgery.

See also

• List of medical specialties
• Respiratory therapy

References

Thoracic medicine Resources
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