Cryptococcal antigen detection in broncho-alveolar lavage fluid.
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DOI: 10.1093/mmy/myx092
Abstract: Cryptococcal antigen (CryAg) testing in serum and CSF is a clue diagnostic tool for cryptococcosis. In this study, we reviewed the performances of the CryAg detection (Premier EIA, Meridian) routinely performed in broncho-alveolar lavage fluid… read more here.
Keywords: detection; cryptococcal antigen; alveolar lavage; broncho alveolar ... See more keywords
Detecting influenza-associated pulmonary aspergillosis by determination of galactomannan in broncho-alveolar lavage fluid and in serum: should we add (1,3)-beta-D-glucan to improve efficacy
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DOI: 10.1186/s13054-020-03030-1
Abstract: We read with great interest the recent research letter by Thevissen et al. who reported the findings of their international survey regarding the detection of influenzaassociated pulmonary aspergillosis (IAPA), with a focus on the use… read more here.
Keywords: aspergillosis; pulmonary aspergillosis; iapa; alveolar lavage ... See more keywords
A study on factors determining dose of topical lignocaine during broncho-alveolar lavage by spray-as-you-go technique: A single centre observational study.
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DOI: 10.5582/ddt.2019.01012
Abstract: Basic bronchoscopic diagnostic procedures like Broncho-alveolar lavage (BAL) are often performed without sedation, using lignocaine administered via the working channel of bronchoscope (spray-as-you-go technique) and other routes. Our aim was to evaluate the factors responsible… read more here.
Keywords: spray; spray technique; alveolar lavage; study ... See more keywords