Pediatric Pulmonology Treatment in India
About Pediatric Pulmonology
Key Highlights
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Specialized, child-focused care for respiratory health from birth to 18 years.Expert management of complex conditions like asthma, cystic fibrosis, and congenital issues.Use of age-appropriate, often non-invasive diagnostic techniques.Family-centered approach involving parents in care and education.Aims to ensure optimal lung development and long-term health.
Who is this surgery for?
- Recurrent or persistent cough, wheezing, or shortness of breath.
- Diagnosis and management of asthma or reactive airway disease.
- Suspected or diagnosed cystic fibrosis, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, or other chronic lung diseases.
- Evaluation of congenital lung abnormalities or sleep apnea.
- Recurrent pneumonia, bronchitis, or unexplained respiratory infections.
- Assessment for exercise-induced breathing problems.
- Pre- and post-operative evaluation for thoracic surgeries.
How to prepare
- Compile the child's full medical history, including previous illnesses, hospitalizations, and medications.
- Bring any previous test results, such as X-rays, CT scans, or allergy tests.
- Note down specific symptoms: their frequency, duration, and potential triggers.
- Prepare a list of questions or concerns for the pulmonologist.
- For infants, note feeding habits and growth patterns. For older children, discuss school performance and activity limitations.
- Follow any specific pre-visit instructions, such as withholding certain medications before lung function tests.
Risks & possible complications
- Diagnostic procedures like bronchoscopy carry minimal risks of bleeding, infection, or reaction to anesthesia.
- Medications may have side effects like nausea, headaches, or, rarely, more serious reactions.
- Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis of a serious underlying condition.
- Anxiety or distress for the child during testing procedures.
- Potential for long-term dependency on medications like corticosteroids if not managed carefully.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Recovery is typically outpatient; most consultations and non-invasive tests require no downtime.
- After procedures like bronchoscopy, children are monitored for a few hours before discharge.
- Parents receive detailed instructions on medication administration, symptom monitoring, and use of devices like inhalers or nebulizers.
- Follow-up appointments are crucial to adjust treatment plans and monitor progress.
- Long-term management focuses on controlling symptoms, preventing flare-ups, and maintaining normal growth and activity levels.
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Typical hospital stay:
Typically outpatient (0 days)
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Expected recovery time:
Immediate to ongoing management
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering pediatric pulmonology in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for pediatric pulmonology 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 pediatric pulmonology. 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 pediatric pulmonology compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Pediatric Pulmonology in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated pulmonology teams and experience managing patients undergoing pediatric pulmonology.
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Pulmonologists for Pediatric Pulmonology
Explore experienced pulmonologists who regularly perform pediatric pulmonology and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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