Pneumococcal infection and immunologic response to pneumococcal vaccine in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. A pilot study.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Upper airway edema might contribute to pharyngeal collapsibility and account for the high prevalence of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in patients with heart disease. The aim of this study was to evaluate if intensive unloading with diuretics improves sleep-disordered breathing and increases pharyngeal calibe...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Bucca CB,Brussino L,Battisti A,Mutani R,Rolla G,Mangiardi L,Cicolin A

更新日期：2007-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:About one-third of the world population has latent TB infection (LTBI), the majority of which is distributed in 22 high-burden countries. Early diagnosis and treatment of active TB remains the top priority in resource-poor countries with high TB prevalence. Notwithstanding, because LTBI contributes significantly to th...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Sharma SK,Mohanan S,Sharma A

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The "Dutch hypothesis" suggests that asthma and COPD have common genetic determinants. The serpin peptidase inhibitor, clade E (nexin, plasminogen activator inhibitor type 1), member 2 (SERPINE2) gene previously has been associated with COPD. We sought to determine whether SERPINE2 is associated with asthma ...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Himes BE,Klanderman B,Ziniti J,Senter-Sylvia J,Soto-Quiros ME,Avila L,Celedón JC,Lange C,Mariani TJ,Lasky-Su J,Hersh CP,Raby BA,Silverman EK,Weiss ST,DeMeo DL

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We treated five patients with a past history of tuberculous pleural infection that led to chronic, quiescent, loculated empyema. Reactivation of TB was associated with formation of BPF and recovery of drug-susceptible Mycobacterium tuberculosis from sputum. All patients had recurrence of positive sputum cultures that ...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Iseman MD,Madsen LA

更新日期：1991-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors believe this to be the first case report of atrial fibrillation following pulse methylprednisolone therapy in an adult. The literature regarding the complications of pulse methylprednisolone therapy is reviewed, with particular emphasis on the incidence and pathogenesis of arrhythmias. ...

journal_title：Chest

authors： McLuckie AE,Savage RW

更新日期：1993-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Comprehensive pulmonary rehabilitation and respiratory therapy services benefit patients with chronic lung disease and other diseases of the lung by reducing symptoms and restoring independent function. Although the science of these therapies is not new, commercial payers and Medicare have generally been slow to suppo...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Birnbaum S

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Atrioventricular nodal alternating Wenckebach periods were defined as episodes of 2:1 atrioventricular block in which there was a gradual increase in transmission intervals of conducted beats ending in two or three consecutively blocked atrial impulses. This is one of the mechanisms whereby 2:1 atrioventricular block ...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Castellanos A,Sung RJ,Aldrich JL,Maxwell M,Myerburg RJ

更新日期：1978-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Single breath diffusing capacity for carbon monoxide (Dco) is commonly used as a simple method of assessing overall pulmonary gas exchange properties. Studies of Dco in bronchial asthma have yielded conflicting results. OBJECTIVE:To study Dco and to determine the factors influencing Dco in patients with ast...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Collard P,Njinou B,Nejadnik B,Keyeux A,Frans A

更新日期：1994-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Double-lumen tubes have proved to be a useful adjunct in thoracic surgery. Their use has become quite commonplace, particularly since the introduction of the softer polyvinylchloride (PVC) tubes, which are technically easier to use and may carry less risk for serious complications. Any such tube, however, can cause li...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Burton NA,Fall SM,Lyons T,Graeber GM

更新日期：1983-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In COPD, a decreased inspiratory capacity to total lung capacity ratio (IC/TLC) is associated with dynamic hyperinflation and poor exercise capacity. The association with upper-extremity force measured by handgrip strength (HGS) and 6-min walk distance (6MWD) has not been previously described. We hypothesize...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Felipe C,Bartolome C,Miguel D,Victor PP

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Urine output (UO) is a vital sign for critically ill patients, but standards for monitoring and reporting vary widely between ICUs. Careful monitoring of UO could lead to earlier recognition of acute kidney injury (AKI) and better fluid management. We sought to determine if the intensity of UO monitoring is ...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Jin K,Murugan R,Sileanu FE,Foldes E,Priyanka P,Clermont G,Kellum JA

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In patients with acquired or congenital heart diseases, the systolic pulmonary artery pressure (PAPs) can be predicted using continuous-wave Doppler ultrasound (CWD) measurement of the peak velocity of a tricuspid regurgitation (TR) jet. The aim of this study was to determine whether CWD could be used to accurately es...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Laaban JP,Diebold B,Zelinski R,Lafay M,Raffoul H,Rochemaure J

更新日期：1989-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the interaction between craniofacial structure and obesity in male patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). DESIGN:Retrospective analysis of a cohort of OSA patients. The relationships between neck circumference (NC), body mass index, apnea severity, and craniofacial and upper airway so...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Ferguson KA,Ono T,Lowe AA,Ryan CF,Fleetham JA

更新日期：1995-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients admitted to the medical ICU (MICU) are often subjected to multiple radiologic studies. We hypothesized that some endure radiation dose exposure (cumulative effective dose [CED]) in excess of annual US federal occupational health standard limits (CED ≥ 50 mSv) and 5-year cumulative limit (CED ≥ 100 m...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Krishnan S,Moghekar A,Duggal A,Yella J,Narechania S,Ramachandran V,Mehta A,Adhi F,Vijayan AKC,Han X,Wang X,Dong F,Martin C 3rd,Guzman J

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Changes in Paco(2) have not been described during thoracoscopy under sedation-assisted local anesthesia. We hypothesized that hypoventilation might occur secondary to administration of sedatives and decreased ventilation in one lung. AIM:Prospectively measure cutaneous carbon dioxide tension (Pcco(2)) in ad...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Chhajed PN,Kaegi B,Rajasekaran R,Tamm M

更新日期：2005-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVE:In these days, it was reported that bone marrow (BM) cells might take part in the remodeling of some systemic vascular diseases; however, it remains unknown whether the BM cells were involved in the vascular remodeling of pulmonary arteries and the progression of pulmonary hypertension (PH). The purpose...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Hayashida K,Fujita J,Miyake Y,Kawada H,Ando K,Ogawa S,Fukuda K

更新日期：2005-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Increased (more positive) end-expiratory and decreased (more negative) end-inspiratory values for intrapleural pressure (PpI) invariably accompany acute bronchoconstriction. We hypothesize that both the increase in vital capacity (VC) and the decrease in residual volume (RV) observed after dilation of the central airw...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Lavietes MH,Taylor DW

更新日期：1979-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A woman with a history of bilateral mastectomy and silicone implants for fibrocystic disease and a history of atrial septal defect repair presented with pleural nodules on a chest radiograph. A thorascopic biopsy performed for possible mesothelioma demonstrated chronic inflammation and focal pleural fibrosis due to a ...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Levine RL,Allen TC,Cartwright J Jr,Cagle PT

更新日期：2005-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Severe head injury often results in hypoxemia, but the pathophysiology of this phenomenon is unclear. We studied 24 patients hospitalized after severe head injury to determine whether the abnormality of oxygen transfer as measured by venous admixture (Qs/Qt) was associated with a reduction in functional residual capac...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Cooper KR,Boswell PA

更新日期：1983-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An international, multicenter, prospective survey has been conducted to determine the hospital survival rates of patients with potentially reversible acute respiratory failure (ARF) who are managed in sophisticated intensive care units by leading critical care specialists, using current (1991 to 1992) support and trea...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Vasilyev S,Schaap RN,Mortensen JD

更新日期：1995-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVE:We have previously investigated the effects of microphone type and coupler air chamber depth on lung sound characteristics. We now report the results of experiments exploring the effects of air chamber width, shape, and venting on lung sounds. DESIGN:We used a single electret microphone with a variety ...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Kraman SS,Wodicka GR,Oh Y,Pasterkamp H

更新日期：1995-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Orthopnea is a common feature in COPD patients, although its nature is poorly understood. OBJECTIVE:To study the role of tidal expiratory flow limitation (FL) in the genesis of orthopnea in patients with stable COPD. MEASUREMENTS:Tidal FL was assessed in 117 ambulatory COPD patients in sitting and supine p...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Eltayara L,Ghezzo H,Milic-Emili J

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES:Patients presenting with acute pulmonary embolism associated with hemodynamic compromise exhibit right ventricular enlargement and dysfunction on transthoracic echocardiogram. However, the degree of echocardiographic abnormalities among hemodynamically stable patients without preexisting cardiopul...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Miller RL,Das S,Anandarangam T,Leibowitz DW,Alderson PO,Thomashow B,Homma S

更新日期：1998-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) is an antibody-mediated adverse drug reaction that can lead to devastating thromboembolic complications, including pulmonary embolism, ischemic limb necrosis necessitating limb amputation, acute myocardial infarction, and stroke. METHODS:The methods of this guideline f...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Linkins LA,Dans AL,Moores LK,Bona R,Davidson BL,Schulman S,Crowther M

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The efficacy of a new tissue-culture technique for the diagnosis of malignant pleural effusions was contrasted with conventional cytologic methods. The new technique is based on the ability of the tissue-culture medium to transform mesothelial cells into fibroblasts while not sustaining lymphoreticular cells. Against ...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Monif GR,Stewart BN,Block AJ

更新日期：1976-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Primary neurogenic tumors of the lung are rare. Often, their histologic behavior presents a treatment dilemma. We present a case of benign endobronchial neurilemmoma managed by means of YAG laser resection together with a brief discussion of the management options available for these tumors. ...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Feldhaus RJ,Anene C,Bogard P

更新日期：1989-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 69-year-old woman was referred for asthenia and dizziness when walking in the last two months. No clinical abnormalities were found, and sinus rhythm was present when lying down. On orthostatism and walking, advanced AV block developed. Atropine and isoproterenol ameliorated the AV conduction abnormality, suggesting...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Reig J,Domingo E,Reguant J,Corrons J

更新日期：1992-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients with malignant pleural effusion (MPE) have limited prognoses. They require long-lasting symptom relief with minimal hospitalization. Indwelling pleural catheters (IPCs) and talc pleurodesis are approved treatments for MPE. Establishing the implications of IPC and talc pleurodesis on subsequent hospi...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Fysh ETH,Waterer GW,Kendall PA,Bremner PR,Dina S,Geelhoed E,McCarney K,Morey S,Millward M,Musk AWB,Lee YCG

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVES:To systematically review the evidence of randomized trials evaluating the effects of residential air filtration systems on patients with asthma. DATA SOURCES:We searched for published and unpublished studies using MEDLINE, the Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature, and the Cochrane ...

journal_title：Chest

authors： McDonald E,Cook D,Newman T,Griffith L,Cox G,Guyatt G

更新日期：2002-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Two patients are described who had congestive heart failure with loculated interlobar air-fluid collections. Although pseudotumor (interlobar effusion) is a well-known finding in congestive heart failure, the additional presence of air is unique. Both are somewhat related to the underlying failure. ...

journal_title：Chest

authors： Rabinowitz JG,Kongtawng T

更新日期：1978-12-01 00:00:00