With rising cases of lung cancer, enlarged lymph nodes, lung infections, and inflammatory diseases in Chandigarh, Endobronchial Ultrasound has been a prevalent diagnostic procedure to visualize the internal condition of the lungs and chest without surgery. This advanced diagnostic procedure is different from traditional methods because with this procedure, EBUS specialists use real-time visualization of the ultrasound through bronchoscopia guidance to accurately locate and conduct a biopsy of growth or lymph nodes inside the chest without open surgery. EBUS specialists combine their clinical skills with this advanced technology to offer accurate outcomes, customized patient care, and improved treatment results. At Jindal Chest Clinic, we have experienced EBUS specialists in Chandigarh, trained under S.K. Jindal to diagnose lung conditions, infections, and lung cancer.

What is EBUS (Endobronchial Ultrasound)?

Endobronchial ultrasound or EBUS is a minimally invasive, highly advanced diagnostic process optimised for lung examination and the surrounding possibility of lymph nodes. This diagnostic procedure combines bronchoscopy (insertion of a thin, flexible tube with a camera inside the mouth and nose to capture images of the airways) and ultrasound technology (capturing images of the internal structure of the lungs to identify lymph nodes, tumors, or blood vessels). 

Why is EBUS performed?

Our team of EBUS specialists under the leadership of S.K. Jindal at the clinic conducts the EBUS procedure in Chandigarh to diagnose lung cancer, lung infections, and conditions like chronic bronchitis, abnormal growths in the lungs, and persistent lung inflammation. Radiological investigations analyze lung anatomy, but lack in diagnosing mediastinum (the gap between the two lungs in the chest containing lymph nodes, blood vessels, tissues, and heart) conditions. Here comes the EBUS diagnostic procedure, where EBUS specialists optimize mediastinum conditions to identify respiratory disorders like tuberculosis, sarcoidosis, lung cancer, and lymphoma. We conduct this diagnostic procedure to identify the discrepancies in the chest caused by cancer, infection, or inflammation.

Conditions Diagnosed with EBUS

EBUS is an effective diagnostic procedure for lung and chest-related conditions. Some common conditions include 

1. Lung cancer or tumours 

Our EBUS specialists, led by S.K. Jindal, regulate the diagnostic procedures for detecting lung cancer and determining lymph nodes in the chest. Alongside this, the EBUS diagnostic procedure helps in identifying malignant growth in the airways.. 

2. Enlarged lymph nodes in the chest 

The vision of S.K. Jindal has embedded experienced EBUS specialists to apply this diagnostic procedure for detecting swollen lymph nodes that can be caused by the spreading of cancer, lung infections (tuberculosis), or inflammatory diseases (Sarcoidosis).Therefore, at Jindal Chest Clinic, we conduct the EBUS diagnostic procedure to differentiate lymphoma from various lymph node swellings.

Benefits of EBUS over Traditional Methods 

With years of experience at Jindal Chest Clinic, EBUS specialists in Chandigarh have highlighted some beneficial factors of EBUS diagnosis over traditional procedures. 

1. Ultrasound Transcuder

The imperative differences between traditional and EBUS procedures are the availability of the ultrasound transducer at the tip, helping in creating images of mediastinal anatomy from the airways in the latter procedure. This procedure is more accurate in detecting lung conditions. Traditional methods are conducted without real-time visualization.

2. Crucial diagnostic accuracy 

Unlike conventional methods, EBUS procedures can detect small lymph nodes, prevent dispersion of open surgeries with accurate cancer, Tuberculosis, or sarcoidosis confirmation.

3. Unexpensive procedure 

EBUS prohibits major surgery and hospital stay, unlike traditional methods, saving huge medical bills and patient downtime.

4. Broader diagnostic scope 

EBUS diagnostic procedures serve the detection of multiple lung conditions, including cancer, sarcoidosis, lymphoma infections, all in one sitting, whereas conventional methods without ultrasound overlook lymph nodes or smaller growth detection. 

How is EBUS Performed?

With long-term experience at Jindal Chest Clinic, EBUS specialists in Chandigarh have diligently equipped themselves to perform the minimally invasive procedures. 

1. Pre-procedural activities 

Before conducting the procedure, we continuously monitor heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen level without major incisions. 

2. Procedural spectrum

A high-resolution camera and ultrasound technology-based thin, flexible bronchoscope is inserted through the mouth into the windpipe to capture immediate lung and surrounding lymph node visualisation. This real-time ultrasound imaging helps in probing seamless pictures of lymph node tumors or growths inside the chest to allow us to precisely locate the region that needs to be diagnosed. We conduct Transbronchial Needle Aspiration to collect small tissue samples from the lymph nodes or the diagnosed areas without any open surgery. These sample tissues are sent to the laboratory where EBUS laboratory specialists test for detecting cancer, tuberculosis, sarcoidosis, or any other lung condition. At Jindal Chest Clinic, we take around 30 to 60 minutes to complete the whole procedure. 

3. Post-procedural activities

After the diagnostic procedure, EBUS doctors keep patients under observation for 2 hours. Again, vital signs like blood pressure, oxygen level, and heart rate are monitored closely before discharging patients on the same day. We usually recommend resting and avoiding spicy food for around 2 to 3 days. 

EBUS Specialist in Chandigarh – Our Expertise 

At Jindal Chest Clinic, S.K. Jindal’s team has the best EUBS specialists in Chandigarh, among the famous chest clinic centres in North India. 

1. Long-term experience

Our EBUS specialists are highly trained in developing innovative global pulmonology techniques and have been bringing years of expertise with state-of-the-art technology to provide precise, secure, and minimally invasive diagnostic care. We also perform various EBUS-guided procedures like EBUS-TBNA and radial EBUS and handle complicated diagnosis cases for lung cancer, tuberculosis, sarcoidosis, and lymphoma. 

2. Innovative diagnostic technologies

We are well-versed with high-resolution ultrasound bronchoscopy systems for visualizing minor lymph nodes with real-time visualization to ensure accuracy and safety during tissue sampling.

3. Collaborative patient care approach 

Personalized patient evaluation begins from initial consultation to post-procedure follow-up with clinical collaboration of radiology, pathology, and oncology specialists for complete care.

Why Choose Our Clinic for EBUS in Chandigarh? 

Choosing a trustworthy and well-equipped chest clinic helps in managing effective lung and chest conditions. Jindal Chest Clinic in Chandigarh stands out because of its extensive technology-induced Endobronchial Ultrasound procedure, leading to advanced medical care. 

1. Trustworthy practices 

S.K. Jindal’s team of experienced pulmonologists and EBUS-trained specialists has a wealth of global experience with constant technological upgradation. More than 500 successful EBUS diagnostic procedures have been performed that successfully detected lung cancer, tuberculosis, and sarcoidosis. 

2. Technological practices 

Our EBUS bronchoscope system is equipped with the latest upgradation for ensuring accurate biopsy and diagnosis, which are capable of detecting not only minor lymph nodes but also hidden ones that conventional bronchoscopy often overlooks. 

3. Affordable packages

Price affordability is always the most vital factor among middle-class families. Considering this valid point, Jindal Chest Clinic offers cost-effective packages in comparison to other chest clinic services in the whole of North India. We also have insurance and cashless facilities without hidden charges and an upfront overall cost breakdown. 

EBUS Test Cost in Chandigarh

The overall EBUS expenses in Chandigarh are presented in tabular format. 

Tests	Cost
EBUS with biopsy	More than ₹25,000
Bronchoscopy	₹21,000 on average
Overall EBUS	₹25,000 to ₹60,000

Dr Jindal's team of experienced EBUS specialists is highly equipped to conduct EBUS diagnostic procedures in the chest clinic.