Thoracic Surgery · Montería
Pleural disease and pneumothorax in Montería
I offer comprehensive assessment and surgical treatment for pleural conditions such as fluid on the lungs (pleural effusion), pleural infections (empyema) or collapsed lung (pneumothorax).
In-person care in Montería and teleconsultation available.
Carmen Narváez Monterroza offers Pleural disease and pneumothorax in Montería as a specialist in Thoracic Surgery. Rated 5.0★ (16 Google reviews). Consultation from $200.000 COP.
Do any of these symptoms apply to you?
If any of these situations feel familiar, a consultation could be the right first step.
- Fluid build-up on the lung: "I was told I have water on my lung or a pleural effusion and I need to know the cause or whether it needs draining."
- Sudden air entering the chest: "I had a sharp chest pain and was diagnosed with a collapsed lung or pneumothorax."
- Pleural infection or trapped pus: "I had a complicated pneumonia that is not improving with antibiotics and I was told I have an empyema."
- Constant shortness of breath: "I feel chest tightness, I get breathless with light effort and I struggle to breathe deeply."
- Follow-up or removal of chest tubes: "I was in hospital with a tube in my side after trauma or a pneumothorax and I need a follow-up assessment."
Treatment goals
What we aim to achieve
Results vary by patient. Dra. Carmen Narváez Monterroza will assess you during the consultation.
Identify the exact cause of the problem through a detailed review of your medical history and diagnostic tests during the consultation.
Drain retained fluid or air using safe techniques such as thoracostomy, pleural drains or pleurodesis to relieve breathlessness quickly.
Perform surgical clean-outs or video-assisted decortication (VATS) to remove the layers of pus that prevent the lung from expanding normally.
Apply preventive procedures to seal the pleural space and reduce the risk of fluid or air building up again.
Give you direct support and reassurance during your recovery to ensure a satisfactory outcome.
How it works
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Consultation and assessment
I listen to your current symptoms, perform a detailed physical examination and review your X-rays or CT scans to measure how affected the pleura is.
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Procedure or drainage
I define the medical or surgical approach for your case. If you need fluid drained or the pleura released, I perform the procedure using small-incision approaches (VATS).
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Support and follow-up
I continuously review your health and the expansion of your lung, staying in direct contact with you to resolve any concerns.
The choice
Why choose Dra. Carmen Narváez Monterroza?
- I am a subspecialist in Thoracic Surgery from the University of São Paulo (INCOR / ICESP), one of the most prestigious medical centers in Latin America.
- I have advanced training in minimally invasive techniques (VATS and Uniportal) completed at Harvard Medical School and leading institutions in Spain.
- I have more than 5 years of practice focused on resolving complex diseases of the chest, pleura and lungs.
- I apply a humane and transparent approach, accompanying you personally before, during and after your procedure.
Frequently asked questions
Will I feel pain during a pleural drainage or procedure?
How long is recovery after a video-assisted decortication or pleural clean-out?
Why does fluid build up on the lungs (pleural effusion)?
Can a pneumothorax or collapsed lung happen again?
What risks are involved in draining or cleaning the pleural space?
What does an in-person or virtual consultation for pleural disease cost?
Where to visit
Request your specialist assessment today
Do not wait when you have a chest symptom or a medical recommendation for review. Book an appointment with me so we can discuss your diagnosis in detail and define the best management together.
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The information on this page is for guidance only and does not replace a medical consultation. Results vary by patient. Any therapeutic decision must be agreed directly with Carmen Narváez Monterroza after an individual evaluation.