Phthisiology

Phthisiology is the care, treatment, and study of tuberculosis of the lung. It is therefore considered a specialisation within the area of pulmonology. Phthisiology is the care, treatment, and study of tuberculosis of the lung. It is therefore considered a specialisation within the area of pulmonology. The term derives from the designation by Hippocrates of phthisis (Greek φθίσις) meaning 'consumption'.