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The effectiveness of small-bore intercostal catheters versus large-bore chest tubes in the management of pleural disease with the systematic review of literature. [PDF]

Lung India, 2020
Mehra S, Heraganahally S, Sajkov D, Morton S, Bowden J.   +4 more
europepmc   +1 more source

The core competencies in hospital medicine: Procedures 2025 update

Journal of Hospital Medicine, EarlyView.
Abstract This article presents an updated framework from the Society of Hospital Medicine for individual learning objectives related to key procedures in hospital medicine. Building upon the 2017 framework, these objectives have been revised to reflect evolving clinical evidence, advancements, and shifts in hospital medicine practice patterns.
Satyen Nichani, Megan E. Brooks, Christine Bryson, Nick Fitterman, Meltiady Issa, Michael Lukela, Nick Marzano, Kelly Sopko, Joseph R. Sweigart   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Use of Quickfix for tape fixation of chest tubes: a multi-center doctor-nurse questionnaire survey and fixing strength comparison study. [PDF]

J Thorac Dis, 2020
Homma T, Ojima T, Shimada Y, Akemoto Y, Yoshimura N.   +4 more
europepmc   +1 more source

Mortality after broad‐ versus narrow‐spectrum antibiotic treatment for patients with nursing and healthcare‐associated pneumonia: A nationwide retrospective cohort study

Journal of Hospital Medicine, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Nursing and healthcare‐associated pneumonia (NHCAP) is defined as pneumonia occurring in individuals with frequent healthcare contact, such as residents of care facilities or patients with impaired activities of daily living. The effectiveness of broad‐spectrum antibiotics in treating NHCAP remains unclear.
Jumpei Taniguchi, Shotaro Aso, Hiroki Matsui, Kiyohide Fushimi, Hideo Yasunaga   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Chest Tube Drainage of the Pleural Space: A Concise Review for Pulmonologists

Tuberculosis and Respiratory Diseases, 2018
Chest tube insertion is a common procedure usually done for the purpose of draining accumulated air or fluid in the pleural cavity. Small-bore chest tubes (≤14F) are generally recommended as the first-line therapy for spontaneous pneumothorax in non ...
José M. Porcel, M.D., F.C.C.P., F.A.C.P., F.A.P.S.R.
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Early removal of chest tubes leads to better short-term outcome after video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery lung resection. [PDF]

Ann Transl Med, 2020
Xing T, Li X, Liu J, Huang Y, Wu S, Guo M, Liang H, He J.   +7 more
europepmc   +1 more source

Patient Dose Optimisation of Abdominopelvic Protocols During X‐Ray Imaging

Journal of Medical Radiation Sciences, EarlyView.
This study evaluates organ doses in abdominopelvic radiography for both erect and supine positions, addressing dose optimisation concerns in Ghana. Using CalDose X and thermoluminescence dosimeters, organ doses and image quality were analysed, revealing significant dose reductions with optimised exposure parameters (70 kVp, 10 mAs, 110 cm FDD).
Emmanuel Ekem‐Ferguson, Shirazu Issahaku, Mark Pokoo‐Aikins, Mary Boadu   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Radiation Dose and Risk in the Radiological Investigation of Suspected Non‐Accidental Injury (NAI)

Journal of Medical Radiation Sciences, EarlyView.
This study is a retrospective analysis of 362 skeletal surveys performed over a 5‐year period for children under 5 years of age for suspected non‐accidental injury. We present effective dose data and the associated risks of radiation exposure for initial and follow‐up examinations.
Tooba Zaidi, Rikki Nezich
wiley   +1 more source

The management of chest tubes after pulmonary lobectomy-driven by dogma or by science? [PDF]

J Thorac Dis, 2018
Fernando HC.
europepmc   +1 more source

A cost utility analysis of the clinical algorithm for nasogastric tube placement confirmation in adult hospital patients [PDF]

, 2017
Black, Brazier, Briggs, Burns, Coyle, Crocker, de Aguilar-Nascimento, Dickson, Dolan, Durai, Easterbrook, Ellet, Ellet, Eveleigh, Ghahremani, Great Britain Parliament, Husereau, ISD Scotland, Itkin, Kearns, Krenitsky, Laska, Lo, Metheny, Metheny, Metheny, Metheny, Miller, National Institute for Clinical Excellence, National Patient Safety Agency, National Patient Safety Agency, National Patient Safety Agency, Neumann, Pandey, Patrick, Philips, Rollins, Silk, Sorokin, Sparks, Stroud, The EuroQol Group, The Nordic Cochrane Centre, The Cochrane Collaboration, Ubel, Welch, Zamora   +45 more
core   +1 more source