Pulmonology
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Non-TB mycobacteria infections rising in COPD patients
A study using VA patient data found a sharp uptick in non-TB mycobacteria infections from 2012 and a higher risk of death.
Clinical
Procalcitonin testing does not decrease antibiotic use for LRTIs
Does testing procalcitonin for lower respiratory tract infections (LRTIs) decrease total antibiotic days without a resultant increase in adverse...
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New pediatric therapies show promise for influenza, multidrug-resistant pathogens
ORLANDO – Baloxavir, a recently approved fast-acting single-dose medication for influenza, is currently under study...
Clinical
Liberal oxygen therapy associated with increased mortality
What is the efficacy and safety of liberal versus conservative oxygen therapy in acutely ill adults?
Clinical
Is respiratory compromise the new “sepsis”?
Greater awareness about respiratory compromise will lead to earlier diagnosis and interventions.
News
Endoscopy-related infections found higher than expected, prophylaxis overused
ATLANTA – “The potential for this becoming a bit of a monster is enhanced by the widespread use of prophylactic...
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Antipsychotic drugs failed to shorten ICU delirium
The mechanisms of brain dysfunction targeted by antipsychotics may not play a major role in delirium.
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FDA clears Abbott’s Influenza A & B 2, Strep A 2 assays
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FDA approves Xofluza for treatment of influenza
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CT for evaluating pulmonary embolism overused
SAN ANTONIO – Computed tomography may be is overused for evaluation of pulmonary embolism.