Although respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is common and often mild, it's associated with morbidity and mortality among people aged 60 and older and in adults with underlying conditions. Fewer than half of US adults at highest risk for severe...
Although respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is common and often mild, it's associated with morbidity and mortality among people aged 60 and older and in adults with underlying conditions. Fewer than half of US adults at highest risk for severe...
The following is a summary of the “Navigational Bronchoscopy versus Computed Tomography-guided Transthoracic Needle Biopsy for the Diagnosis of Indeterminate Lung Nodules: protocol and rationale for the VERITAS multicenter randomized trial,” published in the March...
"Lung ultrasound score is better than diaphragm excursion at maximal deep inspiration for diagnosing severe lung hyperinflation," researchers wrote.
WEDNESDAY, March 27, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Inappropriate diagnosis of community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) in hospitalized adults is common, especially among older adults and those with dementia, according to a study published online March 25 in JAMA Internal...
The following is a summary of “Differences of respiratory mechanics in mechanical ventilation of acute respiratory distress syndrome between patients with COVID-19 and Influenza A,” published in the March 2024 issue of Pulmonology by Chung et al. The management of...
The following is a summary of “MUC5AC concentrations in lung lavage fluids are associated with acute lung injury after cardiac surgery,” published in the March 2024 issue of Pulmonology by Paassen et al. Heart surgery poses the risk of complications such as acute...
The following is a summary of the “Navigational Bronchoscopy versus Computed Tomography-guided Transthoracic Needle Biopsy for the Diagnosis of Indeterminate Lung Nodules: protocol and rationale for the VERITAS multicenter randomized trial,” published in the March...
"Lung ultrasound score is better than diaphragm excursion at maximal deep inspiration for diagnosing severe lung hyperinflation," researchers wrote.
WEDNESDAY, March 27, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Inappropriate diagnosis of community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) in hospitalized adults is common, especially among older adults and those with dementia, according to a study published online March 25 in JAMA Internal...
The following is a summary of “Differences of respiratory mechanics in mechanical ventilation of acute respiratory distress syndrome between patients with COVID-19 and Influenza A,” published in the March 2024 issue of Pulmonology by Chung et al. The management of...
The following is a summary of “MUC5AC concentrations in lung lavage fluids are associated with acute lung injury after cardiac surgery,” published in the March 2024 issue of Pulmonology by Paassen et al. Heart surgery poses the risk of complications such as acute...
New injectable weight loss medications are highly sought-after, causing shortages. Prescribing should not solely depend on patient requests.
An ED physician grapples with the haunting memory of Bruce, whose method of repossessing homes takes a dark turn and results in a legacy of pain and remorse.
In this tale, on Arthur's flight home, a coffeepot mishap leads to an emergency landing. Later, at the hospital, an astute nurse unravels his medical mystery.
This course discusses a study about how the significant association between chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and hypertension can negatively affect the health of adults younger than 60 who are heavy smokers.
Hospital violence has been on the rise, and many physicians feel vulnerable at work. Some states acted and instilled a police presence in healthcare settings.
Physicians must stay informed regarding e-visit reimbursement regulatory and insurance policies, and should have transparent e-visit guidelines for patients.
Four years after hospitals in New York City overflowed with Covid-19 patients, emergency physician Sonya Stokes remains shaken by how unprepared and misguided the American health system was. Hospital leadership instructed health workers to forgo protective N95...
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