Overview
Respiratory Medicine is the branch of medical science that deals with the functioning of the respiratory system, lungs and the bronchial tubes. It is usually considered to be a specialty of internal medicine, although it aligns with intensive care, emergency care and cardiothoracic surgery.
Services
Respiratory Medicine department is well-equipped to manage all types of respiratory disorders like:
Interventional Pulmonary Procedures performed at the unit are:
Following Sleep Tests are also performed at AIMS:
Polysomnography or sleep study has become science itself in the modern-day medical world. Sleep related disorders, mainly Sleep Apnoea Syndrome, is very common in obese patients and they snore at night. These patients are at very high risk of developing hypertension, paralysis and thyroid problems.
Facilities