Pulmonology
From the Journals
Observation recommended as first-line therapy in select cases of primary spontaneous pneumothorax
Observation was the dominant choice, based on economic modeling showing it to offer both the highest utility and the lowest cost.
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Few of those eligible get lung cancer screening, despite USPSTF recommendations
Fewer than 13% who are eligible get CT screening. Results highlight the need for education, Medicare coverage, and recognition of stigma’s role,...
From the Journals
Rehabilitation improves walk test results for post–pulmonary embolism patients with persistent dyspnea
In patients with persistent dyspnea following a pulmonary embolism, rehabilitation should be considered as a treatment option.
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The evolving pulmonary landscape in HIV
“Should management be tailored for people with HIV infection?”
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Wildfire smoke and air quality: How long could health effects last?
The effects of smoke from wildfires can continue for many years.
Perspectives
Antibiotics for acute exacerbation of COPD: It’s still controversial
Who gets an antibiotic and who doesn’t for AECOPD treatment is controversial.
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The enemy of carcinogenic fumes is my friendly begonia
Also: Driving the gastrointestinal highway and pulling the plug on an unsupervised chatbot.
Conference Coverage
ILD risk elevated in RA, PsA after starting biologic or targeted synthetic DMARDs
The risk for interstitial lung disease in patients with PsA during the first 5 years after starting a biologic or targeted synthetic DMARD was...
Conference Coverage
Endobronchial valves: Sustained improvement in emphysema
Patients with emphysema treated with one-way endobronchial values showed consistent improvement in lung function.
Perspectives
Fatigue is a monster for patients with pulmonary disease
Outside of sleep medicine, I see little focus on fatigue among pulmonologists.