Author Archives: Prof. Dr. Alper Fındıkçıoğlu

Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) Test: Purpose, Procedure, and Normal Values

Arterial blood gas analysis is a fundamental diagnostic method that measures oxygen, carbon dioxide, and [...]

Computed Tomography (CT) Scan: Uses, Procedure, Risks, and Results

Computed tomography is an advanced radiological imaging method that uses X-rays to obtain detailed cross-sectional [...]

Bronchoscopy: Procedure, Diagnostic Uses, Risks, and Recovery

Bronchoscopy is an endoscopic diagnostic and therapeutic procedure that allows direct visualization of the airways [...]

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI): Uses, Procedure, Risks, and Results

MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) is an advanced diagnostic imaging technique that uses magnetic resonance technology [...]

Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS): Procedure, Benefits, Risks, and Results

Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) is a minimally invasive diagnostic method that enables ultrasound-guided evaluation of the [...]

VO2 Max Test: What It Is, Normal Values, and How to Improve It

Maximum Oxygen Consumption (VO2 Max) is an indicator of cardiorespiratory capacity that refers to the [...]

Mediastinoscopy: Procedure, Purpose, Risks, and Recovery

Mediastinoscopy is a surgical diagnostic procedure that allows direct visualization of the lymph nodes and [...]

PET-CT Scan: What It Is, How It Works, and What It Detects

PET-CT is an advanced diagnostic imaging method that combines positron emission tomography and computed tomography [...]

Spirometry Test: Purpose, Procedure, Normal Values, and Results

Spirometry is a fundamental pulmonary function test that measures the capacity and performance of your [...]

Thoracic Surgery: Types, Procedures, and Diseases Treated

Thoracic surgery is the medical specialty that focuses on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of [...]