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abstract：INTRODUCTION:NECPAL is a tool for identification of patients with advanced chronic disease in need of palliative care. The main objective of the study is to know the prevalence of patients with palliative needs in an acute respiratory ward in a Spanish tertiary hospital using NECPAL. A second objective of the study is ...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Tabernero Huguet E,Ortiz de Urbina Antia B,González Quero B,Garay Llorente E,Andia Iturrate J,Pérez Fernández S,Gómez Larrauri A,Iriberri Pascual M

更新日期：2020-09-25 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：:One-third of the world-wide population currently presents latent tuberculosis infection (LTI). In Spain, TB is situated as the third disease of mandatory notification. The standard technique for the diagnosis of ITL is the tuberculin test (PPD), although its most important drawback is its specificity since the protein...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Arias Guillén M

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This prospective descriptive study evaluated the utility of dobutamine in studying pulmonary vascular compliance in patients with lung neoplasms who are high risk candidates for lung resection. Seventeen consecutive patients meeting one of the following inclusion criteria were enrolled: FEV1 < 60% of theoretical value...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Rubia MV,Gandía F,Duque JL

更新日期：1997-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a case of pleural effusion, pericardial thickening, and pulmonary involvement in a patient with dry cough, dyspnea, edema, and changes in the skin of the lower limbs. Treatment with cabergoline (Sogilen) had been started 4 months earlier. Pleural effusion, pericardial thickening, and impaired pulmonary funct...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Villavicencio C,Ramírez-Sarmiento A,Gayete A,Grau S,Orozco-Levi M

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:In the studies carried out to date, the cost of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) may have been overestimated due to the inclusion of previously diagnosed patients seeking medical attention for their symptoms. As a result, the severity of the cases included in these studies may have been greater th...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Masa JF,Sobradillo V,Villasante C,Jiménez-Ruiz CA,Fernández-Fau L,Viejo JL,Miravitlles M

更新日期：2004-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cytological characteristics are reported in the case of a 20-years-old male with pulmonary inflammatory pseudotumor (PIP) diagnosed by fine-needle aspiration (FNA) and later confirmed histologically. The patient presented a large tumor on the lower lobe of the right lung with hemoptysis, hemothorax and secondary acute...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Ramos Fernández V,Prieto Rodríguez M,Navarro Hervas M,Camañas Sanz A,Saiz Paches V,Vera-Sempere FJ

更新日期：1994-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Localized fibrous tumors of the pleura are rare. We report 7 cases and review the literature in order to define the range of clinical characteristics of these tumors, treatment options, and prognosis. METHODS:A retrospective review of 7 cases treated between 1997 and 2003, focusing on clinical presentation, ...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Torre W,Rodríguez-Spiteri N,Sola JJ,Delgado M

更新日期：2004-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The objective of this analysis was the evaluation of a new national circuit used for diagnosing alpha1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD) based on multiplex technology using online registration and mail posted samples from dried blood spots (DBS) and buccal swabs. METHODS:This is an observational, ongoing stud...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Lopez-Campos JL,Casas-Maldonado F,Torres-Duran M,Medina-Gonzálvez A,Rodriguez-Fidalgo ML,Carrascosa I,Calle M,Osaba L,Rapun N,Drobnic E,Miravitlles M

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Failure to rescue (FTR), defined as the mortality rate among patients suffering from postoperative complications, is considered an indicator of the quality of surgical care. The aim of this study was to investigate the risk factors associated with FTR after anatomical lung resections. METHOD:Patients unde...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Gómez Hernández MAT,Novoa Valentín N,Fuentes Gago M,Aranda Alcaide JL,Varela Simó G,Jiménez López MF

更新日期：2020-05-31 00:00:00

abstract：:Assessment of alpha 1-antitrypsin replacement therapy (AAT) for emphysema. Patient characteristics were analyzed along with the possible side effects of the treatment and its efficacy in maintaining appropriate AAT blood levels. Lung function changes were also studied. The treatment protocol began with 4 weekly intrav...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Miravitlles M,Vidal R,Torrella M,Bofill JM,Cotrina M,de Gracia J

更新日期：1994-12-01 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：INTRODUCTION AND AIMS:Chronic inflammation plays a major role in lung deterioration in cystic fibrosis (CF) patients and anti-inflammatory strategies have beneficial effects. To study the changes seen after a one-year course of low-dose dietary supplements with a mixture of fatty acids in adult patients with CF in chro...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Olveira G,Olveira C,Acosta E,Espíldora F,Garrido-Sánchez L,García-Escobar E,Rojo-Martínez G,Gonzalo M,Soriguer F

更新日期：2010-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Airway complications after lung transplant are relatively common although the rates vary according to the different studies. Pathogenesis is diverse but the principal mechanism is usually bronchus intermedius ischemia in the post-transplant period. One major complication is bronchial stenosis, with relatively frequent...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Pinillos Robles J,García Luján R,de Pablo Gafas A,de Miguel Poch E

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Several commonly prescribed drugs can cause acute non-cardiogenic pulmonary edema. A cause-effect relationship is usually difficult to establish because symptoms are not specific. We report a case of pulmonary edema induced by a common diuretic, hydrochlorothiazide. This complication can occur after a first dose of th...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Jara Chinarro B,de Miguel Díez J,García Satue JL,Juretschke Moragues MA,Serrano Iglesias JA

更新日期：2003-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Intermediate respiratory care units (IRCU) provide continuous monitoring and non-invasive mechanical ventilation (NIMV) in patients with severe respiratory failure who are usually admitted to intensive care units (ICU). The usefulness of IRCU in managing severe asthma exacerbations has never been evaluated...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Núñez B,Fiorentino F,Kersul A,Belda S,García S,Gutiérrez C,Sala E,Cosío B

更新日期：2013-04-01 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：OBJECTIVES:To analyze the results of thymectomy in our series of patients with myasthenia gravis (MG) and to study the influence of the most common prognostic factors. MATERIAL AND METHODS:Eighty MG patients over a period of 23 years underwent thymectomy consecutively in our hospital. Preoperative assessment included ...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Vázquez-Pelillo J,Gil Alonso J,Díaz-Agero P,García Sánchez-Girón J,Roca Serrano R,Díez Tejedor E,Casillas Pajuelo M

更新日期：2001-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Obesity is associated with 2 closely related respiratory diseases: obesity hypoventilation syndrome (OHS) and obstructive sleep apnea-hypopnea syndrome (OSAHS). It has been shown that noninvasive ventilation during sleep produces clinical and functional improvement in these patients. The long-term survival...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Ojeda Castillejo E,de Lucas Ramos P,López Martin S,Resano Barrios P,Rodríguez Rodríguez P,Morán Caicedo L,Bellón Cano JM,Rodriguez Gonzalez-Moro JM

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) is a common serious infection. This study aimed to evaluate the prognostic utility of neutrophil count percentage (NCP) and neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) in patients with CAP. METHODS:Retrospective study of hospitalized patients with CAP. Patients had a blood test at...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Curbelo J,Rajas O,Arnalich B,Galván-Román JM,Luquero-Bueno S,Ortega-Gómez M,Lancho A,Roy E,Sánchez Azofra A,Mateo Jiménez G,Gómez M,Moldenhauer F,Aspa J

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report our 3-years experience with video-thoracoscopy for pneumothorax. Forty-six endoscopies (34 men, 12 women; mean age 27 +/- 9 years) were performed. Patients were under general anesthesia and intubation was selective. The conventional approach was used, with 3 incisions through which the camera and endoscopic ...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Izquierdo JM,Pac J,Casanova J,Mariñán M,Rojo R,Rumbero JC,Vara F

更新日期：1996-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (AECOPD) readmission contributes considerably to the worse outcomes for COPD patients. Predictors for readmission include some socio-demographic variables and the severity of the underlying disease, however, few evidence suggested whether persiste...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Jing Z,Chun C,Ning S,Hong Z,Bei H,Wan-Zhen Y

更新日期：2016-03-01 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) and lung cancer (LC) are prevalent diseases and are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. There is strong evidence to show that COPD is an independent risk factor for LC. Chronic inflammation plays a significant pathogenic role in COPD comorbidities, particu...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Scrimini S,Pons J,Sauleda J

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We aimed to determine which factors were related to the development of residual pleural thickening (RPT) after completion of prescribed treatment. Sixty-two patients with pleural tuberculosis (PTB) were assigned to 2 groups according to the presence or absence of RPT > 2 mm in the side and lower portion of a chest fil...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Soler JJ,Gil Suay V,Cordero P,Perpiñá M,Martínez E,Sanchis J

更新日期：1995-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Spirometry is a basic lung function test useful both for measuring and for monitoring expiratory volume. For many years monitoring has been performed by means of a portable peak flow meter capable of measuring maximal expiratory flow. We present a portable spirometer (Spirotel, Medical International Research, Rome, It...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Giner J,Casan P

更新日期：2004-01-01 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：:In non-small cell lung cancer, the EGFR gene mutations identify a patient sub-population with different clinical characteristics and treatment responses to those that do not have these mutations. There are mutations that derive in increased sensitive to EGFR targeted therapy, as well as mutations that result in resist...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Taus A,Vollmer I,Arriola E

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite wide antiretroviral scale-up during the past two decades resulting in declining new infections and mortality globally, HIV-associated tuberculosis remains as a major public health concern. Tuberculosis is the leading HIV-associated opportunistic infection and the main cause of death globally and, particularly,...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： Letang E,Ellis J,Naidoo K,Casas EC,Sánchez P,Hassan-Moosa R,Cresswell F,Miró JM,García-Basteiro AL

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The frequency of anemia may be higher than expected in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Some studies have detected a prevalence of 33%, contrasting with the common idea that associates COPD with secondary polyglobulia. Among the risk factors associated with the development of anemia in these...

journal_title：Archivos de bronconeumologia

authors： de Miguel Díez Jde M,Martín MJ,Bailón MM,Alvarez-Sala JL

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00