Search results for "Pulmonology"
MKSAP Quiz: 6-month history of dyspnea on exertion
A 38-year-old man is evaluated for a 6-month history of dyspnea on exertion. He has gastroesophageal reflux disease and Raynaud phenomenon. He does not smoke and has no cough or wheezing. Following a physical exam, pulmonary function testing, and high-resolution CT, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2019/11/19/3.htm
19 Nov 2019
Internal medicine: Validating our identity and value
ACP is launching a new campaign to educate about the depth and diversity of internal medicine and highlight the value that all internal medicine physicians bring to health care.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/09/internal-medicine-validating-our-identity-and-value.htm
1 Sep 2022
Pneumothorax common after transthoracic lung biopsy, study finds
Patients who undergo transthoracic lung biopsy of a pulmonary nodule may be likely to develop pneumothorax, although hemorrhages are not common, a new study reports.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/08/02/4.htm
2 Aug 2011
MKSAP Quiz: Gradually progressive dyspnea
A 74-year-old man is evaluated for a five-year history of gradually progressive dyspnea and dry cough without wheezing or hemoptysis. For the past 2 years he has had pain and occasional swelling in both knees. Physical examination shows no digital clubbing or cyanosis. What is the most likely diagnosis?.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2011/01/mksap.htm
1 Jan 2011
Combination therapy for pulmonary fibrosis appears to increase risk of death, hospitalization
A combination of prednisone, azathioprine and N-acetylcysteine (NAC) for pulmonary fibrosis prompted a trial to stop early after it showed an increased risk of death and hospitalization compared with NAC alone and with placebo.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/05/22/6.htm
22 May 2012
MKSAP Quiz: 6-week history of dyspnea, cough
A 64-year-old woman is evaluated for a 6-week history of dyspnea, dry cough, fever, chills, night sweats, and fatigue, which have not responded to treatment with azithromycin and levofloxacin; she has lost 2.2 kg (5 lb) during that time. Based upon the findings of a physical exam and chest radiograph, what is the most likely diagnosis?.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2012/01/mksap.htm
1 Jan 2012
PULMONOLOGY “Of all the patients that come here,we make ...
PULMONOLOGY. “Of all the patients that come here,we make a diagnosis of PE in about 10%to 20% of patients,” Dr.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2013/03/acpi-201303-pulmonology_t1.pdf
28 Feb 2013
New guideline released on pharmacologic therapy for pulmonary arterial hypertension in adults
A new guideline was released last week on pharmacologic therapy for pulmonary arterial hypertension in adults.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/06/24/5.htm
24 Jun 2014
Providing comfort in chaos is another kind of work-life balance
Residents must learn to maintain a delicate balance between their personal lives and professional roles when family or friends ask for medical advice.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/02/residents.htm
1 Feb 2014
MKSAP Quiz: 4-month history of progressive dyspnea, fatigue
A 61-year-old woman is evaluated for a 4-month history of progressive dyspnea and fatigue without chest pain. Eighteen months ago, she was diagnosed with liver cirrhosis due to nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). Medical history is also significant for obesity. Medications are propranolol, spironolactone, and lactulose. Following a physical exam, lab tests, and scans, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2016/03/22/3.htm
22 Mar 2016