Possible Causes for coarse rales 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] Influenza Postgrad Med. 2018 Sep;130(7):650-651. doi: 10.1080/00325481.2018.1508984. Epub 2018 Aug 11. Author information 1 a Hospital General Universitario of Castellon, University of Valencia, Valencia, Spain. 2 b Hospital General Universitario of Castellon, Castellon de la Plana, Spain. 3 c Hospital of Virnaroz, Castellon, Spain.[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Bronchial Asthma Asthma is defined as a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airways with bronchial hyperresponsiveness and variable bronchoconstriction, and is one of the most common diseases in childhood and adolescence. Exercise-induced asthma-like symptoms and asthma are also frequently seen in highly trained athletes.[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Spontaneous globe luxation is a rarely reported condition which can lead to complications like optic neuropathy. Common causes are thyroid eye disease, shallow orbit and floppy eyelid syndrome. We report a case of spontaneous globe luxation with the onset and severity associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Pulmonary Edema CPE is caused by elevated pulmonary capillary hydrostatic pressure leading to transudation of fluid into the pulmonary interstitium and alveoli. Increased LA pressure increases pulmonary venous pressure and pressure in the lung microvasculature, resulting in pulmonary edema. Mechanism of CPE Pulmonary capillary blood[…] [emedicine.com] Bronchioloalveolar Carcinoma Bronchioloalveolar carcinoma (BAC) of the lungs is a known morphological subtype of nonsmall cell cancer. The current study presents several carcinogenetic theories of BAC and the possible relationship with atypical adenomatous hyperplasia and congenital pulmonary airway malformation (CPAM). The authors present an[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] 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 Dysphagia. 2017 Dec;32(6):767-776. doi: 10.1007/s00455-017-9821-3. Epub 2017 Jul 29. Inui Y 1, Kamakura Y 2, Fukada J 2, Yoneda M 2, Kataoka E 3, Usami Y 3, Sugiura M 3, Nagatani T 4, Seki Y 4, Hatano N 4, Yasui K 5. Author information 1 Graduate School of Nursing & Health, Aichi Prefectural University, Tohgoku,[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] 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] Gram-Negative Pneumonia Crit Care. 2016 Jan 29;20:19. doi: 10.1186/s13054-016-1197-5. Author information 1 Santa Maria Misericordia University Hospital, Piazzale S. Maria Misericordia 15, 33100, Udine, Italy. bassetti.matteo@aoud.sanita.fvg.it. 2 Department of Respiratory Medicine, Hannover Medical School, Carl-Neuberg-Strasse 1, 30625, Hannover,[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Bacterial Pneumonia Drug Des Devel Ther. 2017 Dec 13;11:3559-3566. doi: 10.2147/DDDT.S119545. eCollection 2017. Author information 1 Department of Pharmacy, Corpus Christi Medical Center, Corpus Christi, TX. 2 Department of Clinical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, University of Louisiana at Monroe, Monroe, LA. 3 Department of[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Bronchiectasis Chest auscultation revealed scattered coarse rales. [doi.org] Mustard Gas Poisoning From Wikimedia Commons, the free media repository Jump to navigation Jump to search File File history File usage on Commons Metadata Original file (3,100 2,524 pixels, file size: 3.66 MB, MIME type: image/jpeg ) Summary [ edit ] Licensing [ edit ] This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0[…] [commons.wikimedia.org] Cystic Fibrosis As antimicrobial-resistant microbes become increasingly common and a significant global issue, novel approaches to treating these infections particularly in those at high risk are required. This is evident in people with cystic fibrosis (CF), who suffer from chronic airway infection caused by antibiotic resistant[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Smoke Inhalation Injury Abstract Smoke inhalation injury results in serious respiratory failure. When smoke inhalation injury is combined with burn injury or pneumonia, the physiological responses are different and more severe than those of smoke inhalation injury alone. Treatment strategies should be planned based on these[…] [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 The incidence of lung abscess caused by Serratia marcescens is extremely low and is only reported in the immunocompromised population. We present a previously healthy woman with Serratia lung abscess in close proximity with an accessory cardiac bronchus. The patient was treated with appropriate antibiotics which[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Haemophilus Influenzae Pneumonia INTRODUCTION: Good's Syndrome is a rare cause of immunodeficiency associated with thymoma. Patients with this syndrome are prone to infections with encapsulated microorganisms. The diagnosis may be delayed for a considerable time period even after the thymectomy. CASE PRESENTATION: We describe the case of a[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Viral Pneumonia Viral pneumonia is the most common indication for pediatric extracorporeal life support (ECLS). Despite this fact, no previous studies have directly stratified patient outcome according to viral etiology. METHODS: Using the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO) registry database, the authors reviewed the[…] [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] 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] 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 A 25-year-old male was found dead in a water drum inside the bathroom of his house one morning. Autopsy revealed a fatal right wrist cut, superficial cuts on middle phalanx of left index finger and features of ante mortem drowning. Investigation revealed the victim was an alcoholic and was depressed due to[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Streptococcus Pyogenes Pneumonia INTRODUCTION: In the preantibiotic era Streptococcus pyogenes was a common cause of severe pneumonia but currently, except for postinfluenza complications, it is not considered a common cause of community-acquired pneumonia in adults. AIM AND MATERIAL AND METHODS: This study aimed to identify current clinical[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Silicotuberculosis We present a case of complicated silicotuberculosis in a former gold miner with a sufficiently heavy silica dust exposure to cause International Labor Organization grade 2/2 silicosis after a cumulative exposure duration of 11 years. We describe a cascade of complications-active pulmonary tuberculosis despite recent[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Silicosis Silicosis, a disease of historical importance, continues to occur cryptically today. Its pathogenesis is under ongoing study as new concepts of pathobiology evolve. In this article, the gross and microscopic features of the disease in the lungs and the lesions in lymph nodes and other viscera are described. These[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Bronchiolitis Obliterans Postinfectious bronchiolitis obliterans is a chronic incapacitating disease with persistent airway inflammation. However, the efficacy of systemic corticosteroids has never been studied systematically. In the presented case, serial spirometry, plethysmography measurements, and nocturnal oximetry demonstrated[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Caplan Syndrome Caplan's syndrome (or Caplan disease or rheumatoid pneumoconiosis [1] ) is a combination of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and pneumoconiosis that manifests as intrapulmonary nodules, which appear homogenous and well-defined on chest X-ray. [2] Signs and symptoms [ edit ] Caplan syndrome presents with cough and[…] [en.wikipedia.org] Anthracosis Abstract Anthracotic pigmentation in the bronchial mucosa has been regarded as a bronchoscopic finding of pneumoconiosis or evidence of heavy atmospheric soot. Anthracotic pigmentation with bronchial narrowing or obliteration, surrounded by calcified or noncalcified lymph nodes is typical finding of anthracofibrosis.[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Pneumoconiosis Agricultural workers are exposed to airborne pollutants, including organic and inorganic (mineral) dusts. Lung autopsy specimens from consecutive coroner's cases of Hispanic males in Fresno County, California, (n 112) were obtained to determine whether mineral dust exposure in agricultural work leads to[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
