Radiopneumography

Radiopneumography (RPG) is a method of recording and analyzing respiratory movements of the chest, based on the use of infrared sensors that measure changes in pressure in the lungs. This method allows you to obtain information about the condition of the lungs and respiratory tract, as well as the functioning of the cardiovascular system.

The principle of operation of radiopneumography is based on the fact that when you inhale, the lungs expand, and when you exhale, they contract. These pressure changes are recorded by infrared sensors placed on the patient's chest. The received data is transferred to a computer, where it is processed and analyzed.

Radiopneumography can be used to diagnose various lung diseases, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pneumonia, bronchiectasis and others. In addition, this method can be useful for assessing the effectiveness of treatment and monitoring the patient's condition during therapy.

One of the advantages of radiopneumography is its non-invasiveness. The sensors are placed on the skin of the patient's chest, avoiding invasive procedures such as bronchoscopy or thoracoscopy.

However, like any other diagnostic method, radiopneumography has its limitations. For example, it cannot be used to diagnose diseases that are not related to chest breathing, such as lung cancer or pneumonia. Also, radiopneumography cannot determine which diseases are present in the patient.

In general, radiopneumography is an important tool for diagnosing and monitoring diseases of the lungs and cardiovascular system, which allows obtaining information about the patient's condition without invasive procedures.