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Respiratory conditions are varied and can sometimes sound similar, leading to confusion. Two such terms, emphysema and empyema, often come up in […]
Dr. Belal Bin Asaf
Dr. Belal Bin Asaf is a Thoracic, Thoracoscopic & Robotic Surgeon and Director of the Institute of Chest Surgery, Chest Onco-Surgery & Lung Transplantation at Medanta Superspecialty Hospital, Noida, and Medanta - The Medicity, Gurugram. He trained as a Clinical Registrar in General Thoracic Surgery at AIIMS, New Delhi, and completed a fellowship in Thoracic Surgery at Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, South Korea. He was the first surgeon in India to perform Robotic Subxiphoid Thymectomy for thymoma patients.
Esophagus
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What is the First Sign of Esophageal Cancer?
Esophageal cancer is a serious and often aggressive type of cancer that starts in the esophagus—the long tube connecting your throat to […]
collapse lungs
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Can a Human Survive with One Lung
The human body is incredibly resilient and adaptable, capable of handling even extreme challenges. One such challenge is surviving with just one […]
collapse lungs
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What Happens if Pneumothorax is Left Untreated
Pneumothorax, commonly known as a collapsed lung, occurs when air leaks into the space between the lung and the chest wall. This […]
Lung Disease, Pneumothorax
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Can a Collapsed Lung Kill You? Understanding Pneumothorax and Its Risks
A collapsed lung, known medically as pneumothorax, is a serious condition that can range from mild to life-threatening. It occurs when air […]
Lung Disease, Pectus Excavatum
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Pectus Excavatum (Funnel Chest) vs Pectus Carinatum (Pigeon Chest)
Pectus deformities are congenital chest wall conditions that impact the shape and structure of the rib cage. The two most common types […]
Lung Disease
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How fast do Mediastinal Tumors Grow?
The growth rates of mediastinal tumors vary greatly. The mediastinum lies in the middle part of the chest cavity between the lungs. […]
Lung Cancer
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Why is Surgical Removal of Lung Cancer Ineffective?
Lung cancer remains one of the highest causes of deaths from cancer worldwide. Surgical removal is a standard method of treatment, but […]
Lung Disease
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Difference Between Thoracotomy and Thoracostomy
In the field of thoracic surgery, thoracotomy and thoracostomy are two distinct procedures used to address issues within the chest cavity. Though […]
