Pulmonary Function Test Treatment in Turkey
About Pulmonary Function Test
Key Highlights
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Non-invasive and painless diagnostic procedure.Provides objective data on lung function and capacity.Essential for diagnosing asthma, COPD, and restrictive lung diseases.Helps monitor disease progression and treatment effectiveness.Quick procedure, typically completed in 30-45 minutes.No radiation exposure involved./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Evaluation of chronic cough, shortness of breath (dyspnea), or wheezing.
- Diagnosis and monitoring of asthma, COPD, emphysema, or chronic bronchitis.
- Assessment of restrictive lung diseases like pulmonary fibrosis or sarcoidosis.
- Pre-operative evaluation before lung or major surgery.
- Monitoring for side effects of certain medications that can affect the lungs.
- Evaluation of occupational or environmental lung exposures.
- Assessment of disability or impairment for legal or insurance purposes.
How to prepare
- Avoid smoking for at least 24 hours before the test.
- Inform your doctor about all medications, especially inhalers; some may need to be withheld temporarily.
- Avoid heavy meals, alcohol, and caffeine for a few hours before the test.
- Wear loose, comfortable clothing that does not restrict breathing.
- Follow any specific instructions provided by your pulmonologist or the testing facility.
Risks & possible complications
- PFTs are extremely safe with minimal risks.
- Some patients may experience temporary lightheadedness or dizziness from forceful breathing.
- Rarely, the test can trigger coughing or shortness of breath, especially in those with severe lung disease.
- There is a very low risk of fainting (syncope).
- No risk of radiation or infection from the equipment.
Recovery & hospital stay
- No recovery time is needed; you can resume normal activities immediately.
- You may feel slightly tired or lightheaded, which should resolve quickly.
- Your pulmonologist will discuss the results with you, often during a follow-up appointment.
- Based on the results, your doctor will recommend or adjust your treatment plan.
- No special post-procedure care is required.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (outpatient procedure)
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Expected recovery time:
0 days (immediate)
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering pulmonary function test in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with pulmonology departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform pulmonary function test. 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 pulmonary function test compare across other countries where we have data.
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