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Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS)
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Video-assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS) for Better Breathing with Maximum Functional Outcomes at Yashoda Hospitals.

Pioneers in Thoracic Surgery with Cutting-Edge Techniques

World-Class Surgical Care Led by Experienced Specialists

Minimally Invasive Procedures for Faster Recovery

High Success Rates with Expert Thoracic Surgeons

Advanced Treatments Ensuring Optimal Patient Outcomes

What is Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS)?

Thoracic surgery treats non-cardiac conditions present in the chest. The abnormalities could be in the lungs, esophagus, ribs, etc. Conventionally, thoracic surgery treatment was done through open chest surgery. A single incision of 20-25 cm on the side of the chest would allow the surgeon to access various organs and operate. It increases the time of recovery and can cause complications, including the loss of shoulder function. To overcome this limitation with open chest surgery, a minimally invasive procedure called video-assisted thoracic surgery is employed to treat lung cancer, thymus gland tumors, & various conditions

Procedure Name	Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS)
Type of Surgery	Minimally Invasive Surgery
Type of Anesthesia	General Anesthesia
Procedure Duration	2-3 hours
Recovery Duration	1-2 weeks

Specialist Doctors

Dr. Gopi Krishna Yedlapati

MD (Pulmonary Medicine), FCCP (USA), FAPSR

Sr. Consultant Interventional Pulmonologist

English, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada

19 Yrs

Hitec City

Dr. V Nagarjuna Maturu

MD, DM (Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine), FCCP (USA), FAPSR

Senior Consultant, Clinical and Interventional Pulmonology

English, Hindi, Telugu

19 Yrs

Hitec City

Dr. J V S Aswith Chowdary

MBBS, DNB, DM (Pulmonary Medicine, CMC Vellore)

Consultant Clinical & Interventional Pulmonologist, Allergy & Immunology Specialist

Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, English

11 Yrs

Hitec City

Dr L. Harish Rao

MBBS, MD (Pulmonary Medicine)

Consultant Clinical & Interventional Pulmonologist

English, Telugu, Hindi

10 Yrs

Hitec City

Dr. V Pratibh Prasad

MBBS, DNB (Pulmonary Medicine), SCE-Resp Medicine (UK), Fellowship in Interventional Pulmonology

Consultant Clinical and Interventional Pulmonologist

English, Hindi, Telugu

10 Yrs

Hitec City

5 ★★★★★ (10 reviews)

Dr. B R Rinoosha

MBBS, MD, FIP (IAB), FSM

Consultant Interventional Pulmonologist

Telugu, Hindi, English

8 Yrs

Hitec City

5 ★★★★★ (1 reviews)

Dr. Vipul Kumar Garg

MBBS, DNB, FIP

Associate Consultant Clinical and Interventional Pulmonologist

English, Hindi, Telugu

7 Yrs

Hitec City

Dr. K. Yugaveer Goud

MBBS, MD, FCCP (Pulmonary Medicine)<br>Fellowship in Interventional Pulmonology (Shanghai)

Consultant Interventional Pulmonologist

Telugu, English, Hindi

16 Yrs

Malakpet

5 ★★★★★ (20 reviews)

Dr. Ugandhar Bhattu. C

Consultant Interventional Pulmonologist

English, Hindi, Telugu

16 Yrs

Malakpet

Dr. Pranay Sai Chandragiri

M.B.B.S; M.D (Pulmonary Medicine); D.M, AIIMS, New Delhi, (Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine)

Consultant Interventional Pulmonologist

Telugu, Hindi & English

7 Yrs

Malakpet

Dr. Gonuguntla Hari Kishan

MD (Pulmonary Medicine), DM (Pulmonary Medicine) - AIMS, Fellowship In Interventional Pulmonology (Mahidol University), Fellowship Respiratory Endoscopy (NCC, Tokyo, Japan)

Consultant Interventional Pulmonologist
Director Interventional Pulmonology

English, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam

17 Yrs

Secunderabad

Dr. Belgundi Preeti Vidyasagar

MD, DNB, DM (Pulmonary Medicine), Fellowship in Interventional Pulmonology

Consultant Interventional Pulmonologist

English, Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, Malayalam

13 Yrs

Secunderabad

Dr. Sai Reddy

MBBS, MD (Pulmonary Medicine)

Consultant Pulmonologist

English, Hindi, Telugu

12 Yrs

Secunderabad

4.6 ★★★★★ (14 reviews)

Dr. Y. Soma Sai Kiran

MD, DM (Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine), AIIMS.

Consultant Clinical & Interventional Pulmonologist

English, Telugu, Hindi

9 Yrs

Secunderabad

5 ★★★★★ (21 reviews)

Dr. D Ragotham Reddy

MD, MSASMS

Sr. Consultant Chest Physician & Pulmonologist

English, Hindi, Telugu

28 Yrs

Somajiguda

4.8 ★★★★★ (78 reviews)

Dr. Tapaswi Krishna Kattragada

MBBS, MD (Pulmonary Medicine), FICCM, PGDLT (EHEA)

Consultant Transplant Pulmonologist

English, Hindi, Kannada, Telugu

19 Yrs

Somajiguda

Dr. B Viswesvaran

MD, DNB, DM (Pulmonary and Critical care - Gold Medalist), Fellowship in Sleep Medicine (Gold Medalist), Fellowship in Interventional Pulmonology (Malaysia), European Diploma in Adult Respiratory Medicine (Switzerland)

Senior Consultant Interventional Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine

English , Telugu, Hindi, Tamil

13 Yrs

Somajiguda

Dr. Ramya Reddy Malipeddi

MD-Pulmonary Medicine

Associate Consultant Pulmonologist

English, Hindi, Kannada, Telugu

6 Yrs

Somajiguda

Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS): Pre-Op & Post-Op Care

Preparation

Before the VATS procedure, you are advised to get a CT scan and a chest MRI scan. The patient will be asked to stop using certain medications that might affect the procedure.

During VATS

Once in the procedure room, you will be administered general anesthesia to reduce the likelihood of causing pain during the procedure. To begin with the procedure, a few small incisions are made on the chest wall; a thoracoscope, a thin tube associated with a video, is placed through one of the incisions to view the inner side of the chest wall, followed by the surgical tools being inserted through the other incisions to remove the tumors in the lungs with high precision as the video images produced to guide the surgeons during the surgery.

Recovery from VATS Surgery

The recovery period may vary from person to person & many other factors; however, the ideal healing time is 2 weeks & might go longer in some individuals. However, if you notice symptoms like a high fever, excruciating pain, & difficulty in breathing, you can get in touch with your doctor.

Post-Op Care

Following the instructions, such as taking the prescribed medications, doing certain breathing exercises, avoiding activities that strain the body, and making necessary dietary changes as per the doctor’s suggestions, along with follow-ups for monitoring the status, are a few post-op care steps one must follow.

Benefits of Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS) at Yashoda Hospitals

Minimally invasive technique,
Less Likelihood of complications & infections
Minimal pain & cosmetic scars.
Quick recovery.
Minimal period of hospital stay.

Insurance Assistance for Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS)

Navigating insurance coverage for VATS can be complex, but our team is here to help make the process seamless.

Coverage Clarification: We’ll assist you in understanding your insurance coverage for VATS, including any limitations or out-of-pocket expenses.
TPA Assistance: Our team works with Third Party Administrators (TPAs) to streamline the insurance process and ensure a hassle-free experience for you.
Transparent Communication: Expect clear and transparent communication regarding insurance-related matters, helping you make informed decisions about your healthcare expenses.

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Free Second Opinion for Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS)

If you’ve been advised of VATS, get a free second opinion from our experts.

Our experienced surgical team will review your case, providing valuable insights and recommendations to help you make informed decisions about your VATS procedure.

Understanding the insurance prospects & having a brief conversation with our experts for a second opinion will help you to make an informed decision about your treatment plan. Explore the pros and find affordable cost of VATS procedure today!

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Why Choose Yashoda Hospitals for Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS)?

As pioneers in the field of thoracic surgery, doctors at Yashoda Hospitals have vast experience in treating numerous conditions of the lung, chest wall, esophagus, etc. We perform advanced minimally invasive procedures to maximize the functional outcome for our patients and rank among the best thoracic surgery hospitals in India.

Expertise in Healthcare

Our clinical excellence and provision of world-class facilities have allowed us to build a 30-years legacy of serving the people with diverse medical needs.

Multidisciplinary treatment

To ensure a well-rounded & successful treatment, a multidisciplinary team of thoracic surgeons, pulmonologists & other required specialists evaluate & treat each patient.

Latest Technology

All our units are equipped with modern infrastructure that provides patients access to the latest procedures that will prove beneficial for their health.

Holistic Care

Personalized treatment that accounts for the individual needs of each patient enables the best functional outcome for the patient along with quick recovery.

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