Lung Disease Treatment in Uganda

Chronic respiratory illness — including COPD, pulmonary fibrosis, and lung damage following tuberculosis — remains a significant health burden in Uganda, where TB incidence is among the higher rates in East Africa and household air pollution from biomass cooking fuel affects a large share of the population. For patients who have not responded adequately to standard inhaler and medication-based care, Stem Cell Cure India offers stem cell therapy as an additional option to discuss alongside conventional pulmonology treatment.

Why Ugandan Patients Consider This Option

Advanced pulmonology diagnostics such as HRCT imaging, together with regenerative treatment options, are concentrated in a small number of hospitals in Kampala, often at a cost that is out of reach for many families, with little equivalent service available in regional towns. Many Ugandan patients look to India for specialist evaluation, affordable diagnostic imaging, and regenerative treatment options that are largely unavailable at home.

Doctor reviewing chest X-ray imaging with a patient.

Meet Your Treatment Team

Dr. Prashant Tyagi

M. Tech/PhD-Biotechnology
(Stem Cell Researcher)

13-14 Years Experience in Regenerative Medicine

Dr. Tyagi leads the regenerative medicine protocol design at Stem Cell Cure India, overseeing stem cell sourcing, lab processing, and treatment planning for patients — including those travelling from Nigeria .

Areas of focus:

Regenerative Medicine Operations Stem Cell Research Patient Guidance Lab Management

Dr. B. N. Singh

General Physician MBBS, MS (General Surgery) — Patna Medical College

30+ Years Experience

Dr. Singh brings over three decades of clinical experience in general medicine and surgery, supporting the overall health evaluation of patients — including baseline assessments for lung disease patients — before and during their stem cell therapy journey at Stem Cell Cure India.

Areas of focus:

General medicine ongoing patient care coordination pre-treatment health assessment

How Stem Cell Therapy May Help

Mesenchymal Stem Cells (MSCs) are studied for their potential to reduce lung inflammation, support tissue repair, and improve markers of lung function in certain chronic respiratory conditions. Cells are usually given by intravenous infusion under medical supervision. This is explored as a complement to — not a replacement for — standard pulmonology treatment such as bronchodilators, oxygen therapy, or antifibrotic medication where prescribed.

Is This Treatment Right for You?

Suitability depends on your specific condition and its stage. Before travelling, our team typically reviews:

  • Recent pulmonary function test (PFT) results
  • Chest imaging (X-ray or HRCT scan)
  • Oxygen saturation levels and any history of oxygen therapy
  • Prior treatment history, including any TB treatment history

Travelling from Uganda — What to Expect

  • Flights: There are no direct flights between Uganda and India. Ethiopian Airlines via Addis Ababa is the most commonly used route (Entebbe–Addis Ababa–Delhi, approx. 10–13 hours total with one stop); Kenya Airways via Nairobi is a widely used alternative. Total journey time typically ranges 10–17 hours depending on the stopover chosen.
  • Visa: Ugandan citizens can apply for the Indian e-Medical Visa online, with processing typically taking 3–5 business days, or through the High Commission of India in Kampala. Our team assists with the invitation letter and required documentation.
  • Cost guidance: Treatment packages are quoted in USD; approximate Ugandan Shilling (UGX) equivalents are available on request.
  • Language: All consultations and medical reports are provided in English.


Frequently Asked Questions

No. These are long-term, often progressive conditions, and stem cell therapy is not a cure. It is explored as an option that may help support lung function and reduce inflammation, alongside standard pulmonology care.

Patients with previous TB-related lung damage are assessed individually. Please share your TB treatment history along with recent chest imaging so our team can advise on suitability.

Recent pulmonary function tests, a chest X-ray or HRCT scan, and details of any oxygen therapy. This lets our team offer an initial opinion before you commit to travel.

Most patients stay between 7 and 10 days, depending on the diagnostic work-up and treatment plan.

Yes. Once treatment is confirmed, we provide the invitation and supporting documents Ugandan citizens need to apply for a Medical Visa.

Cost depends on the specific condition, its severity, and the treatment plan needed. Contact us for a personalised quote after sharing your pulmonary function reports.

What Our Patients Say


Source: These are real, verified Google reviews currently published on stemcellcure.in — pulled from our Google Business Profile (5.0★, 27 reviews).

Contact Stem Cell Cure India today to share your medical history and get a personalised opinion on suitability.


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