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Analysis of tidal breathing flow volume loop in dogs with tracheal masses
(2010)
Objectives To investigate whether there are any changes in the tidal breathing flow volume loop (TBFVL) in calm, non-dyspnoeic dogs with intratracheal masses. Methods We compared 4 dogs with intratracheal masses (group 1) ...
Prevalence of chronic diseases and morbidity in primary health care in central Greece: An epidemiological study
(2010)
Background: In Greece there is lack of large epidemiological studies regarding morbidity and mortality in primary health care. The aim of the present study was to estimate the prevalence and morbidity of the most common ...
Predicting Short-term Mortality in Patients With Pulmonary Embolism: A Simple Model
(2013)
Background: The aim of the present study was to develop a simple prognostic rule that could classify patients with pulmonary embolism (PE) into categories of increased risk of 30-day mortality. Methods: One hundred patients ...
Associations between BODE Index and Systemic Inflammatory Biomarkers in COPD
(2011)
Background: COPD is a multicomponent disease and systemic inflammation represents one of the possible mechanisms responsible for its systemic manifestations, including skeletal muscle weakness and cachexia. Fat-free mass ...
Diagnostic accuracy of biomarkers of oxidative stress in parapneumonic pleural effusions
(2011)
P>Background The imbalance between oxidants and antioxidants is referred to as oxidative stress and has been associated with various respiratory disorders. The aim of this study was the assessment of 8-isoprostane (8-iso-PGF(2 ...
Comparison of a network of primary care physicians and an open spirometry programme for COPD diagnosis
(2011)
Background: Early diagnosis of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) remains the cornerstone for effective management. In this study we compared an open spirometry programme and a case-finding programme providing ...
Prognostic value of C-reactive protein in parapneumonic effusions
(2012)
Background and objective: Parapneumonic effusions (PPE) that require drainage are referred to as complicated parapneumonic effusions (CPPE). Following resolution of these effusions, residual pleural thickening (RPT) may ...