Diagnosis & Disease Information - Pulmonology Advisor
WEBThoracentesis. Thoracentesis, also known as a pleural tap, is a minimally invasive procedure performed to remove fluid or air from the pleural space surrounding the lungs. Thoracentesis is used to obtain a fluid sample for diagnosing and/or treating various health conditions, including pleural effusions, cancer, and pneumothoraces.
GINA 2024 Asthma Update: Revised Recommendations on …
WEBJun 28, 2024 · The GINA 2024 asthma update includes new guidance on medications, monitoring, treatment goals, remission, cough variant asthma, children, and more.
Thoracentesis | Diagnosis & Disease Information - Pulmonology …
WEBJan 23, 2024 · Thoracentesis, also known as a pleural tap, is a procedure performed to remove fluid or air from the pleural space surrounding the lungs.
2024 GOLD Report Reflects New Research on COPD Management
WEBDec 8, 2023 · The 2024 GOLD COPD Report includes updated research and recommendations that reflect shifts in thinking on COPD management.
Viral Pneumonia - Pulmonology Advisor
WEBApr 12, 2024 · Viral pneumonia, a lung infection caused by a virus, is most commonly caused by influenza virus, RSV, and coronaviruses.
Trapped Lung Syndrome - Pulmonology Advisor
WEBNov 15, 2023 · Trapped lung syndrome causes of non-expandable lung - the inability of the lung to fully expand into the thoracic cavity or pleural space.
Nebulized Anticholinergic Therapy for Maintenance Treatment of …
WEBFor patients who have a suboptimal peak inspiratory flow rate and cannot improve breathing with a hand-held inhaler, nebulized anticholinergic therapy for COPD might be an efficient maintenance therapy option. In clinical trials, nebulized glycopyrrolate and revefenacin were well tolerated and did not increase the rate of cardiac-related events.
Clesrovimab, a Potential Infant RSV Prophylactic, Can Neutralize …
WEBJan 22, 2024 · Clesrovimab can neutralize RSV, adult and in vitro studies found, thus suggesting that clesrovimab may hold promise for preventing infant RSV.
Healthcare-Associated Pneumonia: What’s in a Name?
WEBJan 31, 2020 · An increasing body of subsequent research has challenged the usefulness of the healthcare-associated pneumonia label, including studies that have cast doubt on links between multidrug-resistant pathogens and increased mortality.
Flying With COPD: Expert Advice - Pulmonology Advisor
WEBNov 30, 2018 · Healthcare providers should educate patients about their flight-related risks and the need to seek medical advice before flying with COPD.