Tag: Respiratory Problems: Misc.
Double-Lung Transplant, Breast Implants Save Life of Man Who Battled Vaping-Linked Illness
The DD breast implants physically supported his heart after his infected lungs were removed
Study Looks at Addition of Sigh Ventilation in Trauma Patients
Sigh breaths do not increase ventilator-free days in trauma patients receiving mechanical ventilation at risk of poor outcomes
American College of Chest Physicians, Oct. 8-11
Plasma From Convalescent Donors Beneficial for COVID-19-Induced ARDS
Plasma with neutralizing antibody titer of at least 1:160 reduces mortality at 28 days versus standard care
Transient Decrease in Pediatric Bronchiolitis Hospitalizations Seen During Pandemic
Hospitalizations decreased during 2020 to 2021 season, then increased in 2022 to 2023 season for pediatric patients
Shortage of RSV Vaccines for Infants Prompts CDC Alert
Agency says Beyfortus should be reserved for infants with underlying health conditions and those who are younger than 6 months old
Range of Long-Term Symptoms Seen After SARS-CoV-2, Non-COVID-19 ARI
Researchers find increased prevalence/severity of most symptoms and reduced health-related quality of life
IDSA: A. Baumannii, C. Auris Common for Recipients of Mechanical Ventilation
A. baumannii, CRAB, C. auris colonization more likely among patients in long-term care facilities than acute care hospitals
FDA Proposes Ban on Formaldehyde in Hair Straighteners Over Health Dangers
Recent research has helped raise awareness about the potential dangers of using chemical hair relaxers
IDSA: Maternal RSVpreF Vaccine Would Cut Clinical, Economic Burden
Reduction of 24,520 hospitalizations, 45,957 emergency department encounters, 128,745 outpatient clinic visits anticipated with maternal vaccination
