Bronchoscopy is the examination of the airways that allows the doctor to inspect the trachea and bronchi (main airway passages) with a fiberoptic instrument called a bronchoscope. This allows us to examine the patient’s airways for abnormalities such as foreign bodies, bleeding, tumours, or inflammation.
In the event of fluid or air in the pleural space, a chest tap or a chest tube drainage would be required. In order to guide the placement of the tap or tube with an ultrasound or CT scan.
Lung function testing consists of a series of tests in order to determine the performance of the lungs. Some tests may include the volume testing of the lungs to validate the amount of air the lungs can hold, and also how much effort is exercised to empty the lungs.
Dr C T Yeo specialises with the management and monitoring of patient’s health in the general and high dependency ward as well as the intensive care unit (ICU).
Percutaneous CT-guided lung biopsy is an effective, highly accurate, and safe method of obtaining tissue for the diagnosis of indeterminate pulmonary lesions.
Yearly preventive health screenings are a valuable health tool to help identify threats to one’s health. Identifying these risk factors earlier on can prevent further advancement of illnesses.
In the event of fluid or air in the pleural space, a chest tap or a chest tube drainage would be required. In order to guide the placement of the tap or tube with an ultrasound or CT scan.
Pleural biopsy is a procedure which involves the removal of a small part of the pleura. The biopsy of the pleura assists in detecting cancer or major infections.
Pulmonary rehabilitation program involves exercise training, breathing techniques and educating patients with lung issues such as COPD, asthma or other lung problems. It can reduce anxiety, gain strength, and make it easier to manage your day to day life.
A yearly vaccine that protects you from getting the flu, a viral respiratory illness, which is highly contagious.
Comprising two vaccinations, the Prevenar 13 and Pnemovax 23. Pneumococcal infection is a bacterial infection which results in pneumonia, meningitis, bacteraemia and other life-threatening diseases.