Whole-lung Lavage and Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis: Review of Clinical and Patient-centered Outcomes.
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DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2019.03.047
Abstract: OBJECTIVE The objective of this retrospective review was to evaluate the perioperative and procedural management of patients with pulmonary alveolar proteinosis (PAP) who presented for whole-lung lavage (WLL). DESIGN The records of all adult patients… read more here.
Keywords: whole lung; wll; lung lavage; pulmonary alveolar ... See more keywords
Effects of a Modified Chitosan Compound Combined with Lung Lavage after Inhalation of Depleted Uranium Dust
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DOI: 10.1097/hp.0000000000001557
Abstract: Abstract When exposed to depleted uranium (DU), the respiratory tract is the main route for DU to enter the body. At present, lung lavage is considered to be a method for removing DU from the… read more here.
Keywords: combined lung; dtpa; lung lavage; lavage ... See more keywords
Breathing new life: Cutting-edge anesthetic strategies for whole lung lavage in pulmonary alveolar proteinosis
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DOI: 10.4103/sja.sja_375_24
Abstract: Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis (PAP) is a rare condition where surfactant accumulates in the lungs’ alveoli, causing respiratory failure. Whole lung lavage (WLL) is the primary treatment, requiring careful perioperative management due to potential complications. We… read more here.
Keywords: pulmonary alveolar; lung lavage; whole lung; alveolar proteinosis ... See more keywords