A lung biopsy is a diagnostic procedure in which a small sample of tissue is collected from an abnormal area in the lung and examined in a laboratory. It may be advised when a chest X-ray, CT scan or PET-CT shows a lung nodule, mass, non-resolving patch or another unusual finding. The results help doctors understand the exact cause of the abnormality and recommend the right treatment.
What Type of Lung Biopsy May Be Required?
The type of biopsy depends on the location and size of the abnormal area, the patient’s health and the kind of sample required.
CT-guided lung biopsy: A radiologist uses CT images to guide a thin needle into the abnormal area and collect a tissue sample.
Bronchoscopy-guided biopsy: A pulmonologist passes a thin, flexible camera through the nose or mouth into the airways. Tissue samples can then be collected from areas that can be reached through the breathing tubes.
EBUS-guided biopsy: Endobronchial ultrasound combines bronchoscopy with ultrasound to collect samples from lymph nodes or masses located near the central airways.
Ruby Hall Clinic’s Pulmonary Medicine and Interventional Pulmonology department provides bronchoscopy, transbronchial lung biopsy and EBUS-guided sampling. Its Interventional Radiology department also performs biopsies under CT or ultrasound guidance.
Consult Dr. Sneha Tirpude for Lung Biopsy in Pune
Patients looking for a pulmonologist for lung biopsy in Pune can consult Dr. Sneha Tirpude, MBBS, MD Pulmonary Medicine and DNB Respiratory Medicine.
Dr. Sneha Tirpude is a consultant pulmonologist associated with Ruby Hall Clinic and Lopmudra Hospitals in Pune. She has experience in diagnosing and treating lung diseases and performing advanced pulmonary procedures such as video bronchoscopy. Her clinical services also include EBUS, pleural procedures, lung function tests and the evaluation of unresolved lung abnormalities.
During the consultation, Dr. Sneha reviews the patient’s symptoms, CT or PET-CT images, previous reports, medical conditions and current medicines. She can determine whether a lung biopsy is necessary and which method may be most suitable.
Depending on the position of the lung lesion, she may recommend a bronchoscopy-guided biopsy, EBUS-guided sampling or a CT-guided biopsy performed in coordination with the Interventional Radiology team.
Lung Biopsy at Ruby Hall Clinic, Wanowrie
Patients from Wanowrie, Hadapsar, Kondhwa, Fatima Nagar, Magarpatta and nearby areas can consult Dr. Sneha Tirpude at Ruby Hall Clinic, Wanowrie.
Ruby Hall Clinic has Pulmonary Medicine, Interventional Pulmonology, Radiology, Pathology and Interventional Radiology services. This multidisciplinary setup helps doctors select an appropriate biopsy technique, collect the sample and send it for laboratory examination. Ruby Hall Clinic’s Wanowrie facility is located at Azad Nagar, Wanowrie, Pune.
Consultation at Lopmudra Hospitals, Camp–Swargate
Patients living near Camp, Swargate, Mukund Nagar, Market Yard and central Pune can also consult Dr. Sneha Tirpude at Lopmudra Hospitals, Camp–Swargate.
At the consultation, Dr. Sneha can examine the scan, explain why a biopsy has been recommended and guide the patient regarding the safest and most appropriate procedure. Her official practice information lists Lopmudra Hospitals, Swargate, among the Pune locations where she provides respiratory care.
The final procedure location may vary depending on whether CT-guided biopsy, bronchoscopy or EBUS is required. Patients should confirm the procedure location and availability while booking their appointment.
What Should You Carry?
Carry your CT or PET-CT images, blood-test reports, previous prescriptions and a list of current medicines. Inform the doctor about allergies and blood-thinning medicines. Do not stop any medicine unless advised by your doctor.
Consulting an experienced pulmonologist such as Dr. Sneha Tirpude can help ensure that the correct lung biopsy method is selected without unnecessary delay.
