Hemorrhagic Pleural Effusion - Pulmonology Advisor
Nov 15, 2023 · Presentation and Cause. The pleural space, which is situated between the parietal and visceral pleura, typically has 7 to 16 ml of fluid. 1 Hemorrhagic pleural effusion occurs when excess fluid accumulates in this space due to fluid production exceeding the removal rate. There are many etiologies that can cause pleural effusion.
Flying With COPD: Expert Advice - Pulmonology Advisor
Nov 30, 2018 · Given the growing population of individuals reaching advanced age, it is anticipated that more people with medical conditions will travel by air. 1 This projection underscores the need for healthcare providers and patients to be knowledgeable about adequate preparation for air travel to minimize the risk for adverse events. An estimated 12% of in-flight …
Updated CHEST Guidelines on Antithrombotic Therapy in Venous ...
Jan 21, 2022 · Updates to the American College of Chest Physicians (CHEST) clinical practice guideline on antithrombotic therapy in venous thromboembolism (VTE) include recommendations on several Population, Intervention, Comparator, Outcome (PICO) questions covering a wide spectrum of VTE-related antithrombotic management scenarios.
ACIP Updates RSV Vaccination Recommendations in Older Adults
Aug 23, 2024 · The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) has recommended that all adults aged 75 years and older and those aged 60 to 74 years who have an increased risk for severe respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) disease should receive a single dose of RSV vaccine, as reported in the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report.. This summer, on June 26, the ACIP …
Radiation-Induced Lung Injury - Pulmonology Advisor
Nov 15, 2023 · History and Epidemiology. Radiation-induced lung injury (RILI) is a common complication of radiation therapy, which is a vital part of the treatment for lung, esophageal, and other thoracic cancers, as well as hematologic malignancies. 1 RILI can develop acutely as radiation pneumonitis (RP) and chronically in the form of radiation-induced pulmonary fibrosis …
New Definition Proposed for Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Feb 15, 2024 · A recommendation was given to expand the current ARDS definition by creating 3 categories of ARDS with varying criteria related to the ratio of arterial oxygen partial pressure to fractional inspired oxygen (PaO 2:FIO 2) and the ratio of peripheral arterial oxygen saturation to the inspired fraction of oxygen (SpO 2:FIO 2).The 3 proposed ARDS categories are:
Dupixent Approved as Add-On Maintenance Therapy in COPD
Oct 1, 2024 · The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Dupixent (dupilumab) as an add-on maintenance therapy for adults with inadequately controlled chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and an eosinophilic phenotype.. The approval was supported by data from the randomized, double-blind, multicenter, parallel-group, placebo-controlled, phase 3 trials …
Pulmonary Function Testing - Pulmonology Advisor
Nov 17, 2022 · Overview. Pulmonary function testing is a common diagnostic procedure used to evaluate pulmonary function in patients who have symptoms of lung disease and risk factors for pulmonary disease, such as occupational exposure to agents known to cause pulmonary disease. 1 Pulmonary function tests also are used to evaluate progression and severity of lung disease.
Diagnosis & Disease Information - Pulmonology Advisor
May 31, 2024 · Pleural fluid is a transparent, serous liquid in the pleural cavity that lubricates the pleural surfaces and reduces friction during respiratory movements. 1 In clinical practice, pleural fluid holds substantial diagnostic value, providing insight into various pulmonary and systemic conditions. Pleural effusion — an excess of pleural fluid — is a common condition associated …
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) - Pulmonology …
Overview. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) refers to a group of conditions that include emphysema and chronic bronchitis and is characterized by progressive airflow limitation and tissue destruction. 1 It is associated with structural changes in the lungs due to chronic inflammation, typically caused by prolonged exposure to noxious gasses or particles.