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Lung cancer often is a result of chronic exposure to tobacco smoke, either from smoking or from being around second-hand smoke. It also is linked to exposure to certain substances like radon gas or asbestos, or from prior radiation treatment to or over the lungs. Lung Cancer Treatment in Delhi | Cancer Specialist in Delhi | Dr. Belal Bin Asaf

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Lung (pulmonary) nodules refers to a small round or oval shaped abnormal growth in the lungs. They are ofen referred to as “spot on lung” in common language. A pulmonary nodule is smaller than three centimetres (around 1.2 inches) in diameter. If the growth is larger than that, it is called a pulmonary mass and is more likely to represent a cancer than a nodule. Best Best Thoracoscopic Surgery in Delhi | Best Thoracic Surgeon in Delhi | Dr. Belal Bin Asaf

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Our Thoracic Oncology (Chest Cancer) program specializes in the diagnosis and management of various cancers involving organs in the chest like Lung Cancer, Esophagal Cancer, Tracheal Tumours, Mediastinal Tumours like Thymoma and Posterior Mediastinal Tumors, Mesothelioma Chest Wall tumours and other thoracic malignancies. Best Thoracoscopic Surgeon in Delhi | Best Chest Surgeon in Delhi | Dr. Belal Bin Asaf

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Myasthenia Gravis is an auto immune disease which is characterised by weakness and rapid fatigue of the muscles which are under our voluntary control. It is caused by a breakdown in the mechanism which our nerves communicate with the muscles. Best Surgeon for Best Surgeon for Myasthenia Gravis in Delhi | Best Doctor for Myasthenia Gravis in Delhi | Dr. Belal Bin Asaf

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The mediastinum (from Medieval Latin mediastinus, "midway" is the central compartment of the chest cavity surrounded by loose connective tissue that separates the two lungs from each other. It contains several major structures like the heart and its vessels, the esophagus (food pipe), the trachea (wind pipe), the thymus gland and the lymph nodes of the central chest. Lung Cancer Specialist in Delhi | Lungs Specialist Doctor in Delhi | Dr. Belal Bin Asaf

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The patient is given general anaesthesia. And after preparations the surgeon makes 3-5 small 1-1.5 cms cuts on the chest through which he introduces specialised robotic ports (metallic Hollow tube). The patient cart is then attached to these ports through which specialised instruments are introduced. Best Robotic Surgeon in Delhi | Robotic Surgeon in Delhi | Dr. Belal Bin Asaf

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The clinical stage or the initial staging before initiation f treatment is vitally important for patients with Lung Cancer as it is not only the basis for deciding on a patient's treatment plan, but is also the basis for comparison when checking into the patient's response to treatment Best Lung Cancer Doctor in Delhi | Lung Cancer Doctor in Delhi | Dr. Belal Bin Asaf

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Chest wall refers to the rigid framework which houses and protects various organs in the chest. It is composed of muscles and bones and other soft tissues. Any of these tissues can develop a tumour which is basically an abnormal growth of cells. These tumours can be benign (non-cancerous) or Malignant (cancerous). Best Chest Surgeon in Delhi | Chest Surgeon in Delhi | Dr. Belal Bin Asaf

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Dr. Belal Bin Asaf is the first surgeon on the country to perform Robotic Subxiphoid Thymectomy for patients with Thymoma. He is also amongst the very few surgeons in the country who perform surgery for Mesothelioma. Best Thoracoscopic Surgery in Delhi | Chest Surgeon in Delhi | Dr. Belal Bin Asaf

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Robotic Surgery is an advanced form of minimally invasive (key hole) surgery for various chest diseases which involves the use of the state of art Surgical Robot to perform surgery inside the chest using 3-5 small (1-1.5 cm) cuts instead of conventional open surgery. Best Robotic Surgeon in Delhi | Best Robotic Surgeon in India | Dr. Belal Bin Asaf

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Lung cancer is not a single disease but rather a group of cancers that develop in the lung. Cancer occurs when cells mutate (change abnormally) and begin growing out of control. These cells form tumours that can often be seen on a chest X-ray. Best Lung Cancer Doctor in Delhi | Best Doctor for Lung Cancer in Delhi | Dr. Belal Bin Asaf

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Dr. Belal Bin Asaf is recognised nation-wide as an expert and a leader in the field of minimally invasive thoracic surgery like Video assisted Surgery (VATS / Key-Hole surgery) and robotic thoracic surgery. He specializes in and has special interest in minimally invasive surgery (VATS) for lung cancer and esophageal cancer surgery. Lung Cancer Specialist in Delhi | Best Lungs Doctor in Delhi | Dr. Belal Bin Asaf

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Thymoma and thymic carcinomas are a type of cancer that affects the thymus, an organ located in between the breastbone and the heart. Thymus is a gland that functions to mature the T-cells which are the soldiers of the immune system and are very important to the body’s ability to adapt to and fight off new illnesses from various pathogens like bacteria, viruses and fungi. Thymoma Treatment in Delhi | Best Thymoma Treatment in Delhi | Dr. Belal Bin Asaf

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Thymectomy is a procedure which involves the surgical removal of the thymus Gland. It is required in patients with: Myasthenia Gravis, Thymoma with or without Myasthenia Gravis, Thymectomy can be done in three main ways. Best Robotic Surgeon in Delhi | Best Robotic Surgery Hospital in India | Dr. Belal Bin Asaf

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Many a times VATS is used to biopsy part of the lung, the lymph nodes, the tissue around the lung, the tissue around the heart, or the esophagus for purpose of diagnosing certain diseases. VATS surgery in Delhi | Best VATS surgery in Delhi | Dr. Belal Bin Asaf

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Dr. Belal Bin Asaf is a member of several professional societies, including the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS, USA), The European Society of Thoracic Surgeons (ESTS), Association of Surgeons of India (ASI), the Society of Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgeons of India (SELSI) and The International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC). Thoracic Surgeon | Thoracic Surgeon in Delhi | Dr. Belal Bin Asaf

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Imaging Studies Most chest wall swellings are initially evaluated using a Chest Xray. If an abnormality is detected on a Chest Xray a CT scan (computed tomography) or MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scan is required to further evaluate the swelling in detail. Some patients may require a whole body PET scan if there is suspicion of malignant tumour to asses the spread of disease and to stage the disease. Best Chest Surgeon in Delhi | Chest Specialist Doctor Near Delhi | Dr. Belal Bin Asaf