Airway Stenting in Mumbai | Advanced Airway Obstruction Treatment
Overview
Airway stenting is a vital interventional pulmonology procedure used to restore and maintain airflow in patients with blocked or narrowed airways (trachea or bronchi). By placing a specially designed stent—typically made of silicone or metal—in the affected airway, we can immediately relieve symptoms such as shortness of breath, coughing, or wheezing caused by both benign and malignant conditions.
Dr. Prashant Chhajed performs airway stenting with advanced bronchoscopic techniques at attached hospitals, ensuring the highest safety and efficacy for patients suffering from airway obstruction due to cancers, scarring (stenosis), tracheobronchomalacia, or airway injuries.
Indications for Airway Stenting
Airway stenting is recommended for patients with:
- Central airway obstruction due to lung cancer or other tumors
- Benign airway stenosis from scarring, infections, or post-intubation injuries
- Tracheobronchomalacia (collapse or weakness of the airway wall)
- Fistulas (abnormal connections between airway and esophagus)
- Airway narrowing after lung transplantation or surgery
- Recurrent airway obstruction unresponsive to other treatments
The Airway Stenting Procedure
Planning : The type and size of stent—either self-expanding metallic or silicone—are selected based on airway anatomy and the patient’s condition.
Evaluation : A thorough assessment, including imaging and bronchoscopy, determines the location and extent of airway narrowing.
Confirmation : The position and function of the stent are verified immediately via bronchoscopy, ensuring optimal airway patency.
Placement : The stent is carefully inserted into the airway using rigid or flexible bronchoscopy, often under general anesthesia or deep sedation for patient safety and comfort.
Benefits of Airway Stenting
- Immediate symptom relief: Rapid improvement in breathing and quality of life
- Minimally invasive: No surgical incisions required, faster recovery
- Versatile: Effective for both benign and malignant airway diseases
- Bridge to definitive therapy: Can stabilize airway prior to surgery, radiotherapy, or other treatments
Safety and Follow-Up
Airway stenting is a safe procedure in experienced hands, with careful monitoring before, during, and after placement. Risks may include migration, occlusion (blockage), infection, or granulation tissue formation, all of which can be managed by your interventional pulmonology team. Regular follow-up bronchoscopies ensure stent patency and patient well-being.
Dr. Prashant Chhajed’s Expertise
Dr. Prashant Chhajed is a distinguished pulmonologist in Mumbai, internationally recognized for his expertise in airway interventions. He has published widely on airway stenting, central airway obstruction treatment, airway management after lung transplantation, and advanced bronchoscopy techniques. Dr. Chhajed’s clinical leadership ensures each patient receives world-class, evidence-based care for complex airway disorders.
Why Choose Chhajed Lung Care for Airway Stenting?
- Expert airway managementby a renowned interventional pulmonology team
- Comprehensive evaluation and personalized treatment planning
- State-of-the-art bronchoscopy suite and technology at the attached hospitals
- Extensive experience with both metallic and silicone stents
- Ongoing support and follow-up care