Airway stenting
Airway Stenting Treatment in Hyderabad
Dr. Kunal Waghray is a senior consultant in interventional pulmonology with advanced training in bronchoscopic procedures and airway interventions. He practices at KIMS Hospital Hyderabad, where he treats complex airway problems using minimally invasive techniques including airway stenting to restore airway patency and improve breathing and quality of life.
What is Airway Stenting?
Airway stenting is a minimally invasive bronchoscopic procedure that places a small, flexible tube (stent) inside a narrow or collapsing airway to hold it open. Stents can relieve breathing difficulty, reduce coughing and infections caused by blocked airways, and serve as a bridge or palliative measure for patients with malignant or non-malignant airway obstruction.
Who may benefit?
Airway stenting may be recommended for patients with:
- Airway narrowing (stenosis) from scarring, post-intubation injury, or tracheal collapse.
- Tumours compressing or invading the trachea or bronchi.
- Malignant airway obstruction causes severe shortness of breath.
- Recurrent airways collapse not responsive to other treatments.
Dr. Kunal Waghray evaluates each case individually to select the right stent type and timing for optimal results.
Types of Stents
- Silicone stents – removable, often used for benign disease.
- Metallic (self-expanding) stents – often used when a snug fit is needed or in malignant disease.
- Custom/covered stents – chosen depending on location, cause, and expected duration.
Your doctor will explain the pros and cons of each option before the procedure.
Benefits
- Rapid relief from breathlessness and wheeze.
- Reduced risk of recurrent lung infections due to improved airway clearance.
- Can enable other treatments (e.g., radiotherapy) by stabilizing the airway.
- Minimally invasive with shorter recovery than open surgery.
Risks & considerations
Like any medical procedure, airway stenting carries risks that Dr. Kunal Waghray will review with you:
- Migration (movement) of the stent.
- Mucus retention or infection requiring suctioning or cleaning.
- Granulation tissue (scar tissue) forms at stent edges.
- Rare complications such as bleeding or airway injury.
Decisions about stent type and timing balance potential benefits against these risks on a case-by-case basis.
Why choose Dr. Kunal Waghray?
- Interventional expertise: Experienced in advanced bronchoscopic procedures and airway interventions.
- Patient-centered care: Customized treatment plans with clear explanations and follow-up.
- Institutional support: Access to multidisciplinary teams and modern pulmonology facilities in Hyderabad.
Ready to breathe better?
If you or a loved one are struggling with airway narrowing or unexplained breathlessness, schedule a consultation with the best pulmonologist Dr. Kunal Waghray for expert evaluation of airway stenting and other bronchoscopy options.
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