Interventional Pulmonology
Minimally invasive procedures for diagnosing and treating complex airway and lung conditions with precision and safety under Interventional Pulmonology in Karol Bagh.
What is Interventional Pulmonology?
Interventional Pulmonology in Karol Bagh is a cutting-edge branch of pulmonary medicine that uses minimally invasive procedures to diagnose and treat complex lung and airway disorders.
Dr. Vikas Maurya, a leading Interventional Pulmonologist in Karol Bagh, Delhi, pioneered the development of advanced IP units at BLK and Fortis Hospitals, offering the best pulmonology services in Karol Bagh, Delhi.
Advanced Interventional Procedures Offered
Bronchoscopy (Flexible & Rigid)
Direct visualization of airways for diagnosis and therapy
Foreign body removal (Adults & Children)
Bronchial lavage, biopsy, and mucus plug clearance
Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
High-precision diagnosis for lung cancer, sarcoidosis, and TB lymphadenopathy
Minimally invasive alternative to surgical biopsies
Performed using linear and radial scopes for enhanced accuracy
Medical Thoracoscopy
Evaluation and treatment of pleural effusions, masses, and empyema
Includes pleural biopsy, therapeutic pleurodesis, and loculation clearance
A safer, faster alternative to open thoracic surgery
Therapeutic Airway Interventions
Tumor ablation using electrocautery, argon plasma coagulation (APC), or cryotherapy
Airway stenting for central airway obstruction due to tumors or infections
Pleural Procedures
Pleural tapping and drainage
Intercostal tube insertion and indwelling pleural catheter placement
Pleurodesis for malignant effusion and fibrinolysis for loculated collections
State-of-the-Art Equipment & Expertise
All procedures are performed using international-grade technology within a dedicated Interventional Pulmonology Suite at Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh.
The unit is equipped with:
High-definition Olympus video bronchoscopes
Radial and linear EBUS scopes
Fluoroscopy guidance
Karl Storz medical thoracoscope
On-site cytopathology and ICU-level anesthesia support
This ensures world-class precision, safety, and faster recovery for high-risk patients.
Who Should Consider Interventional Pulmonology in Karol Bagh?
You may benefit from IP evaluation if you have:
Persistent or unexplained cough
Lung nodules or masses
Non-resolving pneumonia
Pleural fluid buildup
Airway obstruction or bleeding (hemoptysis)
Recurrent or complex respiratory infections