Tag: COPD

Unmasking COPD: The Silent Respiratory Threat of Smoking

Dr. Pavan Yadav, Lead Consultant – Interventional Pulmonology & Lung Transplantation, Aster RV Hospital Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the fourth leading cause of death worldwide, causing 3.5 million deaths in 2021, approximately 5% of all global deaths. Nearly 90% of COPD deaths in those under 70 years of age occur in low- and […]

Incentive Spirometer and its importance for lung health maintenance

Dr. Pavan Yadav, Lead Consultant – Interventional Pulmonology & Lung Transplantation An incentive spirometer is a medical device used to help patients improve the functioning of their lungs. It’s particularly useful in situations where lung capacity and function may be impaired, such as after surgery or during prolonged bed rest. The device consists of a […]

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