Thoracic Surgery · Montería
Mediastinum, Trachea, Esophagus, and Diaphragm Procedures in Montería
I evaluate and operate on highly complex conditions in the central chest area, airway, and diaphragm, using minimally invasive interventions.
In-person consultations in Montería and teleconsultation option available.
Carmen Narváez Monterroza offers Mediastinum and airway in Montería as a specialist in Thoracic Surgery. Rated 5.0★ (5 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.
- Finding a mass or cyst in the center of the chest: "A CT scan showed a mediastinal tumor or a lesion in my thymus, and I need to know if it requires surgery."
- Difficulty breathing after being intubated: "I was in intensive care with a tracheal tube, and now I experience wheezing, stridor, or shortness of breath when speaking."
- Feeling of suffocation when lying down due to diaphragm failure: "I was diagnosed with a diaphragmatic hernia or diaphragm paralysis that prevents me from breathing normally when lying down."
- Difficulty or discomfort when swallowing food: "I suspect an esophageal problem or achalasia, and my specialist recommended a thoracic surgery evaluation."
- Referral from your treating physician: "My pulmonologist, gastroenterologist, or general surgeon suggested I consult to evaluate an airway or mediastinal lesion."
Treatment goals
What we aim to achieve
Results vary by patient. Dra. Carmen Narváez Monterroza will assess you during the consultation.
Thoroughly examine the location of mediastinal, tracheal, or diaphragmatic lesions in your high-resolution CT scans during the consultation.
Aim to remove mediastinal or thymus tumors, prioritizing video-assisted techniques (VATS) to help protect the blood vessels in the center of the chest.
Seek to correct tracheal narrowings to help restore normal airflow, potentially avoiding more aggressive procedures.
Repair hernias or diaphragm elevations to help allow proper lung expansion during breathing.
Provide a clear explanation of your diagnosis and offer personal support before, during, and after surgery.
How it works
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Evaluation and CT Scan Review
I review your medical history, respiratory symptoms, and CT scans to accurately assess the lesion in the mediastinum, trachea, or diaphragm.
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Surgical Planning and Intervention
I explain the safest surgical option for your anatomy and perform the operation, aiming to use minimally invasive video techniques.
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Post-operative Control and Follow-up
I monitor your progress in the clinic and maintain direct communication with you after discharge to support the recovery of your respiratory function.
The choice
Why choose Dra. Carmen Narváez Monterroza?
- I trained as a medical surgeon at the University of Cartagena, specialized in General Surgery at the Pontificia Bolivariana University, and completed my subspecialization in Thoracic Surgery at the University of São Paulo (INCOR / ICESP).
- I completed international surgical training at Harvard University (Brigham and Women’s Hospital) and educational stays at Hospital Mútua Terrassa in Spain for advanced mediastinal evaluation.
- I have over 5 years of clinical practice dedicated to the comprehensive management of diseases of the chest, lungs, airway, and diaphragm in highly complex centers.
- I offer in-person consultations at office 1406 in Torre Riverpark in Montería and the option for virtual consultations.
Frequently asked questions
What is the mediastinum?
Why does tracheal stenosis or narrowing occur?
Does a diaphragmatic hernia always require surgery?
Is there a risk when operating near the heart or major vessels?
How long does recovery take after mediastinal or tracheal surgery?
What is the cost of a consultation for these conditions?
Where to visit
Receive a specialized evaluation for complex chest conditions
If you are experiencing difficulty swallowing, tracheal stenosis, or discomfort in the diaphragmatic wall, schedule an appointment with me to determine the appropriate treatment.
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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.