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Chapters: Pulmonary Contusion, Tracheobronchial Injury, Subcutaneous Emphysema, Pneumothorax, Pulmonary Laceration, Diaphragmatic Rupture, Commotio Cordis, Sternal Fracture, Cardiac Tamponade, Scapular Fracture, Traumatic Aortic Rupture, Myocardial Rupture, Flail Chest, Hemothorax, Rib Fracture, Hemopneumothorax, Thoracic Aorta Injury, Pneumatocele, Pulmonary Hematoma, Hamman's Syndrome, Traumatic Arrest. Source: Wikipedia. Pages: 130. Not illustrated. Free updates online. Purchase includes a free trial membership in the publisher's book club where you can select from more than a million books without charge. Excerpt: A pulmonary contusion (or lung contusion) is a contusion (bruise) of the lung, caused by chest trauma. As a result of damage to capillaries, blood and other fluids accumulate in the lung tissue. The excess fluid interferes with gas exchange, potentially leading to inadequate oxygen levels (hypoxia). Unlike pulmonary laceration, another type of lung injury, pulmonary contusion does not involve a cut or tear of the lung tissue. A pulmonary contusion is usually caused directly by blunt trauma but can also result from explosion injuries or a shock wave associated with penetrating trauma. With the use of explosives during World Wars I and II, pulmonary contusion resulting from blasts gained recognition. In the 1960s its occurrence in civilians began to receive wider recognition, in which cases it is usually caused by traffic accidents. The use of seat belts and airbags reduces the risk to vehicle occupants. Diagnosis is made by studying the cause of the injury, physical examination and chest radiography. Typical signs and symptoms include direct effects of the physical trauma, such as chest pain and coughing up blood, as well as signs that the body is not receiving enough oxygen, such as cyanosis. The contusion frequently heals on its own with supportive care. Often nothing more than supplemental oxygen and close ...More: http://booksllc.net/?id=16996257 ... Read more

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Title: Body Weight and Other Factors Affecting Success in Pulmonary Rehabilitation for Individuals with Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis.
Author: Laurie Whitsel
Publication: Palaestra (Magazine/Journal)
Date: September 22, 2000
Publisher: Challenge Publications Limited
Volume: 16Issue: 4Page: 39

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The Epidemiology, Clinical features and Natural History of Emphysema; The National Emphysema Treatment Trial (NETT); 'Rationale and Experience for Staged Lung Volume Reduction Surgery' Rationale and Experience for Staged Lung Volume Reduction Surgery; Lung Volume Reduction Surgery for Non-Heterogenous Emphysema; Lung Volume Reduction Surgery for Alpha-1-Antripsin Emphysema; Concomitant Lung Cancer Resection and Lung Volume Reduction Surgery; Concomitant Cardiac Surgery and Lung Volume Reduction Surgery; Decision Making in the Management of Secondary Pneumothorax in Patients with Severe Emphysema; Intraoperative and Postoperative Management of Pulmonary Alveolar Air Leaks in Thoracic Surgery; Airway Bypass Treatment of Severe Homogenous Emphysema; Treatment of Heterogenous Emphysema Using The Spiration IBV Intrabronchial Valves; Treatment of Heterogenous Emphysema Using The Emphasys Zephyr EBV Endobronchial Valves; Update on Donor Assessment, Resuscitation and Acceptance Criteria; Update on Lung Transplantation for End Stage Emphysema ... Read more

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Characterized by destruction of distal parenchymal airspaces, emphysema is a good candidate for the application of new magnetic resonance (MR) diffusion imaging techniques that use hyperpolarized helium-3 (He-3) and xenon-129 (Xe-129) gases to probe the restricted diffusion of gas in the lung. Besides the importance of detecting and diagnosing emphysema at early stages, which could reduce disease severity and maximize the effectiveness of treatment, the scientific community also needs a better biomarker for emphysema with a higher sensitivity than the gold standard, pulmonary function tests, and without the ionizing radiation of computed tomography. A primary goal of this project was to create a reproducible animal model of emphysema disease, and with it demonstrate the efficacy, sensitivity and reproducibility of hyperpolarized He-3 and Xe-129 diffusion (ADC) measurements. Both He-3 and Xe-129 ADC measurements demonstrated excellent reproducibility, and strong correlations were found between these values and the distal airspace size as measured by lung morphometry. The last goal of this project was to investigate the characteristics of diffusion sensitization based on multiple bipolar gradient waveforms, which have the potential to extend access to much shorter diffusion times. ... Read more

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This up-to-date and comprehensive set of two CD-ROM discs provides a superb collection of official Federal government documents on the subject of COPD, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, emphysema, and chronic bronchitis. Your airways branch out inside your lungs like an upside-down tree. At the end of each branch are small, balloon-like air sacs. In healthy people, both the airways and air sacs are springy and elastic. When you breathe in, each air sac fills with air like a small balloon. The balloon deflates when you exhale. In COPD, your airways and air sacs lose their shape and become floppy, like a stretched-out rubber band. Cigarette smoking is the most common cause of COPD. Breathing in other kinds of irritants, like pollution, dust or chemicals, may also cause or contribute to COPD. Quitting smoking is the best way to avoid developing COPD. Treatment can make you more comfortable, but there is no cure.For patients, practical information is provided in clearly written patient education documents. For medical professionals, doctor reference tools and texts have detailed technical information and clinical background material. There is no other reference that is as fast, convenient, and portable - everything you need to know, from the federal sources you trust. This thoroughly researched collection presents vital information from many authoritative sources: Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the relevant institute for this disease, and others.In addition to the comprehensive disease-specific coverage, this disc set also includes our Medical Encyclopedia, a $19.95 value! The Encyclopedia presents a collection of official documents about a wide range of medical topics, diseases, illnesses, health and wellness. There is vital information from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), National Cancer Institute, and more. Topics covered include: major diseases, including cancer, heart and vascular disease, stroke, blood diseases and disorders, lung diseases, and neurological disorders such as dementia and epilepsy * CDC Health Topics A to Z, Foodborne Illnesses, Infants and Children, Injuries, Occupational Health, Older Adults, Women * CDC Travelers' Health - Destinations, Vaccinations, Diseases, Mosquito, Tick, Food, Water, Clinics, Yellow Book, Children, Airplanes, Cruise Ships, Special Needs, Relief Workers, * Dietary Guidelines * NIH A to Z from abnormalities to X-rays.Since navigating the Internet to find additional non-governmental medical information can be confusing, we've also provided our exclusive "Guide to Leading Medical Websites" with updated links to 67 of the best sites for medical information! Built-in weblinks let you quickly check for the latest clinical updates directly from the government and the best commercial portals, news sites, reference/textbook/non-commercial portals, and health organizations. ... Read more

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The article is excerpted fromGale Encyclopedia of Medicine.

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Includes: definition, chronic generalized obstructive emphysema, etiology, clinical course, pathogenesis, pathology, pneumodynamics, physiologic testing, oxygen and carbon dioxide exchange, radiography, respiratory acidosis and carbon dioxide narcosis, cor pulmonale, treatment, and surgery in emphysema. ... Read more

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The MediFocus Guidebook on Emphysema is the most comprehensive, up-to-date source of information available. You will get answers to your questions, including risk factors of Emphysema, standard and alternative treatment options, leading doctors, hospitals and medical centers that specialize in Emphysema, results of the latest clinical trials, support groups and additional resources, and promising new treatments on the horizon. This one of a kind Guidebook offers answers to your critical health questions including the latest treatments, clinical trials, and expert research; high quality, professional level information you can trust and understand culled from the latest peer-reviewed journals; and a unique resource to find leading experts, institutions, and support organizations including contact information and hyperlinks. This Guidebook was updated on September 17, 2010. ... Read more

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Lung volume reduction surgery (LVRS) has become an accepted therapeutic option to relieve symptoms of selected patients with severe emphysema. In a majority of these, it causes objective as well as subjective functional improvement. A proper understanding of the physiological determinants underlying these beneficial effects appears very important in order to better select patients for the procedure which is currently largely done on an empirical basis. Contents of this doctoral dissertation include: Physiological basis of improvement after lung volume reduction surgery for emphysema; Pathophysiology of elastase-induced-emphysema in hamsters, general methodology of experimental studies, Lung volume reduction surgery does not improve diaphragmatic contractile properties or atrophy in hamsters with elastase-induced emphysema; Diaphragm molecular biology in emphysematous and LVRS-treated hamsters, Effects of lung volume reduction surgery on respiratory mechanics in hamsters with elastase-induced emphysema; Effect of elastase-induced emphysema and lung volume reduction surgery on the resting breathing pattern in hamsters; General Conclusions. ... Read more

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