Lung Treatment in India
About Lung
Key Highlights
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Provides direct visualization of the airways and lungs for accurate diagnosis.Enables minimally invasive tissue sampling (biopsy) without major surgery.Can be therapeutic, such as removing blockages or draining fluid.Often performed as an outpatient procedure with minimal recovery time.Essential for staging and managing lung cancers and other serious respiratory diseases.
Who is this surgery for?
- Persistent cough, shortness of breath, or unexplained chest pain.
- Abnormal findings on a chest X-ray or CT scan (e.g., mass, nodule, shadow).
- Suspected lung cancer, infection (like tuberculosis), or interstitial lung disease.
- To investigate causes of coughing up blood (hemoptysis).
- To remove a foreign object from the airway.
- To drain pleural effusion (excess fluid around the lungs) via thoracentesis.
- To evaluate lung function in conditions like asthma, COPD, or pulmonary fibrosis.
How to prepare
- Complete a thorough medical history review and physical exam with the pulmonologist.
- Undergo necessary pre-procedure tests, which may include blood work, chest X-ray, or CT scan.
- Discuss all current medications; you may need to temporarily stop blood thinners.
- Fast (no food or drink) for 6-12 hours before the procedure if sedation or anesthesia is planned.
- Arrange for someone to drive you home after the procedure, as sedation effects can linger.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding at the biopsy site, which is usually minor.
- Infection or fever.
- Pneumothorax (collapsed lung) if the lung lining is punctured.
- Sore throat, hoarseness, or minor nasal discomfort after bronchoscopy.
- Reactions to sedatives or local anesthesia.
- Low oxygen levels during the procedure (closely monitored by the medical team).
Recovery & hospital stay
- You will be monitored in a recovery area until sedation wears off (1-2 hours).
- A sore throat and mild cough are common for a day or two; lozenges may help.
- Rest for the remainder of the day; avoid driving, operating machinery, or making important decisions.
- Resume normal diet and medications as instructed by your doctor, typically the same day.
- Contact your doctor immediately if you experience severe chest pain, shortness of breath, fever, or cough up significant blood.
- Follow-up appointment to discuss biopsy results and next steps is typically scheduled within a week.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-1 days (typically outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
1-2 days for routine activities; 1-2 weeks for strenuous activity
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering lung in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for lung in India include Manipal Hospital Varthur Road, Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, Artemis Hospital Gurgaon, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform lung. MediFyr helps you compare pulmonologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for lung compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 163 – USD 870 | 0-1 days (typically outpatient) | ~ 1-2 days for routine activities; 1-2 weeks for strenuous activity | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 1,208 – USD 6,442 | 0-1 days (typically outpatient) | ~ 1-2 days for routine activities; 1-2 weeks for strenuous activity | Know More |
Top hospitals for Lung in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated pulmonology teams and experience managing patients undergoing lung.
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Pulmonologists for Lung
Explore experienced pulmonologists who regularly perform lung and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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- 35 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Salem
- 20 Years Experience
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- 10 Years Experience
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- 16 Years Experience
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