Coarse Rales: Causes & Reasons

Possible Causes for Coarse Rales

Some of the symptoms include Dyspnea at rest Exertional cyanosis Lung signs/abnormality Painful cough Pulmonary Crackles Rales Rales,dry Rhonchi/coarse rales Shortness of [bluelight.org]

Rales can be further described as moist, dry, fine, and coarse. Rhonchi: Sounds that resemble snoring. [en.wikipedia.org]

discontinuous high (fine) or low (coarse), nonmusical inspiratory cracking/clicking/rattling pneumonia, pulmonary edema, tuberculosis, bronchitis Crackles Crackles heard [en.wikipedia.org]

Acute Bronchitis

Some texts state that abnormal chest signs (for example, wheezing, rhonchi, rales or coarse breath sounds) should be heard ( Stern 1996 ), and other texts state that abnormal [doi.org]

International Classification of Health Problems in Primary Care ( ICHPPC‐2 1983 ) defines acute bronchitis as cough with scattered or generalised abnormal chest signs (wheeze, coarse [doi.org]

Bronchiectasis

Chest auscultation revealed scattered coarse rales. [doi.org]

Pulmonary Hemorrhage

rales on admission. [jintensivecare.biomedcentral.com]

[…] and hemoptysis appeared in the immediate postoperative period, and the patient was transferred to the intensive care unit (ICU) with respiratory failure and generalized coarse [jintensivecare.biomedcentral.com]

Anthracosilicosis

There are rales in the lower parts of lungs. There is systolic thrill in the II intercostal space on the right, coarse systolic murmur conducted to the vessels of neck. [slideshare.net]

Influenza

Abstract The purpose of this statement is to update recommendations for routine use of seasonal influenza vaccine and antiviral medications for the prevention and treatment of influenza in children. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends annual seasonal influenza immunization for all people 6 months and[…] [pediatrics.aappublications.org]

Bronchial Asthma

Asthma is a relatively common condition that is characterized by at least partially reversible inflammation of the airways and reversible airway obstruction due to airway hyperreactivity. It can be acute, subacute or chronic. Asthma is one of the most common chronic diseases in the world. According to the 2014 Global[…] [radiopaedia.org]

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Symptoms and signs may include: Fatigue Dyspnea Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea (PND) Chest tightness Wheezing Cough with sputum (mucoid and/or purulent) Fever Chest pain Workup consists of a detailed history, tests and physical examination. Laboratory Tests Complete blood count Arterial blood gases Serum[…] [symptoma.com]

Pulmonary Edema

Pulmonary edema is a condition associated with increased loss of fluid from the pulmonary capillaries into the pulmonary interstitium and alveoli. Pulmonary edema of cardiac origin most commonly results from an increase in pulmonary capillary pressure caused by an elevation of left atrial pressure ( pulmonary capillary[…] [cvphysiology.com]

Chlamydophila Pneumoniae

Coarse rales were present over the lower one-half of the chest bilaterally. No murmurs, rubs, or gallops were heard on cardiac examination. [journals.lww.com]

Bronchioloalveolar Carcinoma

In 1999, the World Health Organization (WHO) redefined bronchioloalveolar carcinoma (BAC) to include only those lesions with a so-called pure lepidic (classic) growth pattern with no evidence of invasion by a tumor. If stromal, vascular, or pleural invasion are present, the neoplasm is classified as an adenocarcinoma,[…] [e-immunohistochemistry.info]

Unresolved Pneumonia

We report an unusual case of unresolved pneumonia in a 59 yr old woman due to endobronchial lipoma and actinomycosis, two rare diseases that have never been described before in the same person. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Aspiration Pneumonia

AIMS: To determine suitable food textures for videofluoroscopic study of swallowing (VFSS), in order to predict and prevent subsequent aspiration pneumonia in esophageal cancer patients with dysphagia after surgery. MATERIALS AND METHODS: We evaluated 45 hospitalized esophageal cancer patients who underwent[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Gram-Negative Pneumonia

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Bacterial Pneumonia

Two male homosexuals with laboratory features of the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome developed fulminating pneumonia requiring mechanical ventilatory support despite antibiotic therapy. Pathology consistent with bacterial pneumonia without other opportunistic pathogens were found at open lung biopsy. Cultures[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Mustard Gas Poisoning

© Constance J. Moore Colonel, ANC (Retired), ANCA Historian When the United States entered the World War in April 1917, American forces were ill-prepared to confront the horrors of chemical warfare. Mustard “gas,” particularly, was difficult to manage because of its characteristics and long life cycle. While true[…] [e-anca.org]

Cystic Fibrosis

Genetic multisystem disease associated with abnormalities in salt and water transport across epithelial surfaces. Age of onset of symptoms is highly variable; implementation of newborn screening in some countries allows for early detection and treatment. A sweat test is the most conclusive test for diagnosis.[…] [bestpractice.bmj.com]

Smoke Inhalation Injury

Burns. 1995 Mar;21(2):149-51. Author information 1 Department of Surgery, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, USA. Abstract Ascaris pneumonitis in areas of endemic infestation is considered a benign condition. Smoke inhalation with any burn injury can be potentially fatal. A heavy infestation of Ascaris[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Staphylococcal Pneumonia

A case of community acquired staphylococcal pneumonia is reported with the unusual complication, in an adult, of multiple pneumatoceles. Recognition of this prevented inappropriate management. The patient also developed the toxic shock syndrome. In contrast to infants with pneumatoceles, recovery of lung function[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Lung Abscess

Lung abscess is a type of liquefactive necrosis of the lung tissue and formation of cavities (more than 2 cm) containing necrotic debris or fluid caused by microbial infection. This pus-filled cavity is often caused by aspiration, which may occur during anesthesia, sedation, or unconsciousness from injury. Alcoholism[…] [en.wikipedia.org]

Haemophilus Influenzae Pneumonia

Abstract Haemophilus influenzae is a common cause of acute childhood pneumonia. Most Haemophilus pneumonia generally follow a benign course with occasional complications of pleural effusion, pneumothorax or pneumatocele. Deaths following invasive Haemophilus pneumonia have rarely been reported in children older than 3[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Viral Pneumonia

Clin Chest Med. 2017 Mar;38(1):155-169. doi: 10.1016/j.ccm.2016.11.009. Epub 2016 Dec 18. Author information 1 Respiratory Sciences, National Heart and Lung Institute, Imperial College London (St Mary's Campus), Norfolk Place, Paddington, London W2 1PG, UK. 2 Respiratory Sciences, National Heart and Lung Institute, Imperial[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Lipid Pneumonia

Abstract A nationwide retrospective study of exogenous lipid pneumonia (ELP) was carried out to update the data on this disease, with emphasis on thoracic computed tomography (CT) scan and bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) findings. The inclusion criteria were: 1) presence of abnormal imaging features compatible with[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Foreign Body in the Bronchus

OBJECTIVE: The objective is to describe the characteristic features of the interrupted bronchus sign and to determine the value of this sign in detection of bronchial foreign bodies. The interrupted bronchus sign refers to disruption of the air column in the main bronchi seen by fluoroscopy. CONCLUSION: The[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Drowning

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Streptococcus Pyogenes Pneumonia

Abstract During the past two decades there has been a resurgence of invasive group A streptococcal (GAS) infection, specially pneumonia and bacteremia. We report a 35 year-old female previously subjected to a thyroidectomy for a thyroid cancer, that five days after operation, presented with a severe[…] [unboundmedicine.com]

Silicotuberculosis

Abstract Together with the synthesis of specific antibodies and autoantibodies, effects of cellular allergy, such as damage to neutrophils, agglomeration of leukocytes and inhibition of migration of leukocytes with tuberculin and isologous pulmonary antigen were established in patients with silicosis and[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Silicosis

Silicosis Definition Silicosis is a progressive disease that belongs to a group of lung disorders called pneumoconioses. Silicosis is marked by the formation of lumps (nodules) and fibrous scar tissue in the lungs. It is the oldest known occupational lung disease, and is caused by exposure to inhaled particles of silica,[…] [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

Bronchiolitis Obliterans

Swyer-James syndrome is a complication of post-infectious bronchiolitis obliterans that causes inflammation and fibrosis of the bronchial walls. There are two types: asymptomatic, with most cases diagnosed in adults during routine radiological examinations; and symptomatic, most commonly found in children. Here, we[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Caplan Syndrome

Also found in: Wikipedia. Caplan's syndrome Etymology: Anthony Caplan, English physician, 1907-1976 a condition of pneumoconiosis with symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and radiographic evidence of intrapulmonary nodules. It is caused by inhalation of coal dust and results in inflammation and scarring of the lungs.[…] [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]