Thoracoscopy vs Open Lung Biopsy: Which One Is Safer?
Thoracoscopy is safer than open lung biopsy in most diagnostic cases. Small chest ports, a video camera, faster recovery. Open lung biopsy needs a much bigger incision and a longer hospital stay. Both pull tissue from the lung for the same purpose, but the surgical...Vaping Lungs vs Healthy Lungs: Understanding the Impact of E-Cigarettes
E-cigarettes have gained popularity as an alternative to traditional smoking, especially among young adults. While marketed as a safer option, vaping still poses significant risks to lung health. Comparing vaping lungs to healthy lungs provides insight into the...HRCT Chest vs CT Scan: Which Scan Is Best for Your Lungs?
Maintaining lung health is essential, especially in India, where air pollution, smoking, and occupational exposures contribute to a growing burden of respiratory diseases. When comparing HRCT Chest vs CT Scan, it is important to understand that both imaging tests play...Persistent Cough: When Doctors Recommend a Bronchoscopy?
Doctors recommend a bronchoscopy when a cough hangs on past eight weeks and standard treatments stop making any difference. The procedure lets a pulmonologist actually see inside the airways using a thin flexible scope with a camera at the tip. It’s the call...
Medically Reviewed By
Dr. Manu Madan
MBBS, MD, DM (AIIMS New Delhi)
Senior Consultant & Lead – Respiratory & Sleep Medicine at Medanta Noida
Physician to the former vice president of India Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar
A specialist in EBUS and sleep disorders with 50+ peer-reviewed publications. Formerly Assistant Professor at Safdarjung Hospital.