Respiratory and Peripheral Muscle Assessment in the Intensive Care Unit.

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways and the symptoms of asthma could be exacerbated by Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection. Interleukin-2 and interleukin-4 have been implicated in immune and inflammatory reactions. We examined the associations of IL2 and IL4 polymorphisms and expression with the ...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Wang RS,Jin HX,Shang SQ,Liu XY,Chen SJ,Jin ZB

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES:To determine the causes of death in patients operated on for stage IB non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and to assess the impact on survival of the number of lymph nodes removed. PATIENTS AND METHOD:We studied 300 patients operated on for stage IB NSCLC. Only palpable or visible lymph node...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Cerón J,Peñalver JC,Jordá C,Padilla J

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Retrospective study on the relation between the use of blood products and survival rates in patients treated surgically for stage I non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). PATIENTS AND METHODS:The study included 856 patients who underwent surgical resection from 1969 to 2000 for stage I NSCLC, classified histolo...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Peñalver JC,Padilla J,Jordá C,Escrivá J,Cerón J,Calvo V,García A,Pastor J,Blasco E

更新日期：2005-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Currently there is lack of data regarding the impact of a home telehealth program on readmissions and mortality rate after a COPD exacerbation-related hospitalization. OBJECTIVE:To demonstrate if a tele-monitoring system after a COPD exacerbation admission could have a favorable effect in 1-year readmissi...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Marcos PJ,Represas Represas C,Ramos C,Cimadevila Álvarez B,Fernández Villar A,Fraga Liste A,Fernández Nocelo S,Quiles Del Río J,Zamarrón Sanz C,Golpe R,Abal Arca J,Calvo Álvarez U,Pértega S,García Comesaña J

更新日期：2020-06-26 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients with activating somatic mutations in the Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor (EGFR) have better clinical outcomes when treated with Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors (TKI) over chemotherapy. However, the impact of the use of TKIs on overall survival outside clinical trials is not well established. OBJECTIVE:...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Aguiar F,Fernandes G,Queiroga H,Machado JC,Cirnes L,Souto Moura C,Hespanhol V

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Persistent air leak is frustrating for both patients and physicians, above all leaks with a high risk of surgery. Insertion of endobronchial valves could be an alternative to surgery. The aim of this study is to describe our experience in these valves and analyse their efficacy in a series of patients with...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Cordovilla R,Torracchi AM,Novoa N,Jiménez M,Aranda JL,Varela G,Barrueco M

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Traditional medical practice has been "reactive" (doctor takes part when disease appears). The theoretical (scale free networks and complex systems), technological (high efficiency "omic" technologies) and conceptual (biology systems) advances throughout the last decade, allow us to anticipate the transition to an "an...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Sobradillo P,Pozo F,Agustí A

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Postoperative chylothorax after lung resection is a major problem leading to morbidity and mortality and requiring reoperation in a large number of cases. The most advisable and least aggressive option is conservative management in progressive stages: a diet rich in medium-chain fatty acids and/or total parenteral nut...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Gómez-Caro Andrés A,Marrón Fernández C,Moradiellos Díez FJ,Díaz-Hellín Gude V,Pérez Antón JA,Martín de Nicolás JL

更新日期：2004-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) is the first cause of mortality due to nosocomial infections in the intensive care unit. Its incidence ranges from 9% to 67% of patients on mechanical ventilation. Risk factors are multiple and are associated with prolonged stays in hospital and intensive care units. Additional co...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Díaz LA,Llauradó M,Rello J,Restrepo MI

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:During the natural history of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), an increase in symptom severity can occur, called exacerbated COPD (ECOPD), sometimes requiring hospital admission. Although there is ongoing debate on the definition of ECOPD--leading to a lack of homogeneity in the numerous stu...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Arnedillo Muñoz A

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The evaluation of the disabilities of patients with respiratory disease is regulated by the Spanish Ministry of Labor and Social Security, as are disabilities of any other type. We believe, however, that in respiratory pathologies this evaluation is especially complicated because, as they are chronic processes, they i...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Ruiz Manzano J,Alfageme Michavila I,Chiner Vives E,Martínez González C

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The quality of care received by patients is a basic element of modern medicine. Medical residents or interns are essential within the healthcare system, but their lack of experience can raise concerns about the quality of care given. A registrar or specialist has greater knowledge and skills, while a resident has grea...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Llopis Pastor E,Pérez Guzmán E,Ávila Martínez R,Villena Garrido MV,Sobradillo Ecenarro P

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Certain sporting activities may trigger asthma exacerbations of varying intensity in children. Such exacerbations may lead to limitations in and rejection of such activities. During school hours, teachers are in a good position to observe these phenomena. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the shutt...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Oñate E,González Pérez-Yarza E,de la Paz AF,Aldasoro A,Aramendi JF,Bardagi S,Emparanza JI

更新日期：2006-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To assess the usefulness of a technique for inserting hookwires guided by computed tomography to locate and resect pulmonary nodules by video-assisted thoracoscopy. To describe the procedure and its complications. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Nine pulmonary nodules were located in nine patients. All were

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Soleto MJ,Olivera MJ,Pun YW,Moreno R,Nieto S,Caballero P

更新日期：2002-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The main causes of pleural fluid drainage failure are known to be the formation of fibrin septa, increased viscosity in pleural fluid and inappropriate placement of chest tubes. Reports also tell us that such problems can be solved by using ultrasound as a guide for tube placement and by infusing intrapleural fibrinol...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： de Gregorio MA,Ruiz C,Alfonso ER,Fernández JA,Pérez-Trullén A,Ariño I,Rodríguez Panadero F

更新日期：1996-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic disease causing increasing healthcare costs worldwide. Another respiratory disease causing high costs and morbidity is community-acquired pneumonia (CAP). Because of the constant growth in the population with both diseases (CAP and COPD), analyzing their clinic...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Huerta A,Domingo R,Soler N

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To analyze the network structure of collaboration between medical centers sharing authorship of scientific articles on smoking. MATERIAL AND METHODS:Articles reporting smoking research by authors from 2 or more Spanish medical centers between 1999 and the end of 2003 were identified through the Science Citat...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Villanueva Serrano SJ,de Granda Orive JI,Benavent RA,Río FG,Zurián JC,Arroyo AA

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Proliferating cell nuclear antigen (PCNA) is a 36 kD nuclear protein involved in DNA replication that is believed to provide an indication of proliferation in some neoplasms. This study analyzes PCNA expression in 24 cases of primary non-small cell lung cancer using monoclonal PC-10 antibodies in paraffin embedded mat...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Castellano VM,Sotelo T,Ballestín C,López-Encuentra A,Varela G

更新日期：1996-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to assess changes in the acid-base equilibrium of pleural fluid during the first 2 hours after thoracentesis and to determine whether, as with arterial blood, it is important to keep the fluid on ice. PATIENTS AND METHODS:A prospective, descriptive, comparative study was performed i...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Haro-Estarriol M,Baldó-Padró X,Lora-Díez M,Rubio-Garay M,Rubio-Goday M,Sebastián-Quetglás F

更新日期：2005-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To study the results of surgical treatment of pulmonary metastases in our department. PATIENTS AND METHODS:We retrospectively studied 44 patients undergoing surgery between 1986 and 1999 for complete resection of pulmonary metastases. Primary tumors had been eradicated, no metastasis to other organs was evid...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Pagés Navarrete C,Ruiz Zafra J,Simón Adiego C,Díez Piña JM,Cueto Ladrón de Guevara A,Sánchez-Palencia Ramos A

更新日期：2000-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The purpose of the present study is to analyse the prevalence and distribution of asbestos lung residue in the Barcelona urban population. MATERIAL AND METHODS:Lung autopsy samples were obtained from 35 individuals who had lived in Barcelona. The close family were interviewed in order to rule out asbestos...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Velasco-García MI,Recuero R,Cruz MJ,Panades R,Martí G,Ferrer J

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Omalizumab is a monoclonal antibody that interrupts allergic reaction--irrespective of the nature of the allergen--by blocking free immunoglobulin E (IgE). The IgE is thus prevented from attaching to cell receptors and setting in motion an allergic cascade of inflammatory mediators. Other interesting biological effect...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Cabrera-Navarro P

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Exogenous lipoid pneumonia is a rare disease which is often underdiagnosed. Exogenous lipoid pneumonia has traditionally been considered a chronic process secondary to continued aspiration or inhalation of fatty substances. In its acute form exogenous lipoid pneumonia sometimes coincides with accidental massive aspira...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Bernabeu Mora R,Méndez Martínez P,Abellán Martínez MC,Polo García LA,Lorenzo Cruz M,Sánchez Gascón F

更新日期：2000-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Although altered vascular permeability and edema of the bronchial mucosa are associated with asthma attack, their influence on its severity remains unknown. We address this issue by comparing relative indices for the concentration of albumin (RIAlb) and alpha2-macroglobulin (RIalpha2M) in induced sputum and p...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Belda J,Margarit G,Martínez C,Casan P,Rodríguez-Jerez F,Brufal M,Torrejón M,Granel C,Sanchis J

更新日期：2005-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Since antileukotriene treatment for asthma was introduced, there has been debate about whether such therapy can lead to Churg-Strauss Syndrome (CSS) or whether CSS is simply inhibited by the use of steroids, as various authors have suggested. We report a case in which we suspected CSS in a patient with bronchopulmonar...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Sala Félix J,Pereiro Alonso ME,Salas Antón C

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To check the technical specifications of 5 O2 concentrators pertaining to 5 different brands: Mark 4, Zefir, Puritan-Bennet, Drager and MHF prototype. The concentrators worked continuously for 37 days. External filters were cleaned after 400 hours and measurements were taken when theoretical flows were between 1 and 3...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Diego González EG,Méndez Lanza A,Mosquera Pestaña JA

更新日期：1995-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:We examined fifteen years trends (2001-2015) in the use of non-invasive ventilation (NIV), invasive mechanical ventilation (IMV) or both (NIV+IMV) among patients hospitalized for community acquired pneumonia (CAP). We also analyzed trends overtime and the influence of patient factors in the in-hospital mortality (I...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： de Miguel-Díez J,Jiménez-García R,Hernández-Barrera V,Puente-Maestu L,Ji Z,de Miguel-Yanes JM,Méndez-Bailón M,López-de-Andrés A

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chest ultrasonography is a useful tool for assessing disease activity in the peripheral lung parenchyma, pleura, chest wall, diaphragm, and mediastinum. Ultrasound imaging also provides highly useful guidance in invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The main advantages of this imaging technology are the abse...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Vollmer I,Gayete A

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report the case of a 61-year-old man with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis presenting with respiratory failure requiring long-term mechanical ventilation. Diagnostic difficulties are discussed along with the circumstances that give rise to suspicion of neuromuscular disease in a context of respiratory failure of unkno...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Hernández Borge J,García González L,Martín Arroyo Caballero JA,Ruiz Avalos A

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The population pyramid is changing due to the increasing longevity of the population, making it a priority to have better knowledge of those diseases that have an increasingly major impact in advanced age. Sleep apnea-hypopnea syndrome (SAHS) affects 15-20% of individuals over 65 years. However, despite this high prev...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Martínez-García MA,Durán-Cantolla J,Montserrat JM

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00