Feasibility and performance of the chronic obstructive pulmonary disease population screener and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease screening questionnaire in a Chinese physical examination center
CONCLUSIONS: Applying the COPD-PS and COPD-SQ in Chinese PECs is feasible, cost-effective and effective. COPD-PS and COPD-SQ can facilitate the early diagnosis of COPD, and whether they can improve the participants' quality of life would benefit a further study. It is recommended that the COPD-PS or COPD-SQ questionnaires be added to the screening of the physical examination program in PECs as part of health checks for people over 40 years old.PMID:38505045 | PMC:PMC10944747 | DOI:10.21037/jtd-23-1967 (Source: Journal of Thoracic Disease)
Source: Journal of Thoracic Disease - March 20, 2024 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Xiaoqing Huang Hanguang Yu Enmin Huang Shuqian Wang Jiali Chen Jinweng Weng Peter S P Cho Mi Hyoung Moon Mei Song Xueying Fang Source Type: research
Phenotypes of esophageal pressure response to the change of positive end-expiratory pressure in patients with moderate acute respiratory distress syndrome
CONCLUSIONS: Two types of Pes phenotypes were identified according to the ΔPes to ΔPEEP. The underlying mechanisms and implications for clinical practice require further exploration.PMID:38505046 | PMC:PMC10944771 | DOI:10.21037/jtd-23-771 (Source: Journal of Thoracic Disease)
Source: Journal of Thoracic Disease - March 20, 2024 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Wei Cheng Jing Jiang Yun Long Siyi Yuan Yujing Sun Zhanqi Zhao Huaiwu He Source Type: research
Chest wall resections and reconstructions
J Thorac Dis. 2024 Feb 29;16(2):1738-1740. doi: 10.21037/jtd-23-1414. Epub 2024 Feb 20.NO ABSTRACTPMID:38505047 | PMC:PMC10944780 | DOI:10.21037/jtd-23-1414 (Source: Journal of Thoracic Disease)
Source: Journal of Thoracic Disease - March 20, 2024 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Jean H T Daemen Jose R Milanez de Campos Erik R de Loos Source Type: research
Effectiveness of S100 calcium-binding protein A12 combined with modified early warning score in the clinical diagnosis of adult community-acquired pneumonia
CONCLUSIONS: The serum S100A12, PCT, and MEWS can effectively predict the mortality risk in adult CAP patients after 30 days. Serum S100A12 combined with MEWS has a high clinical application value in evaluating the severity and prognosis of adult CAP.PMID:38505048 | PMC:PMC10944726 | DOI:10.21037/jtd-23-1114 (Source: Journal of Thoracic Disease)
Source: Journal of Thoracic Disease - March 20, 2024 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Xiao-Lian Zhou Lu-Ying Shu Qiao Liu Jian Deng Dan Wang Duo Li Source Type: research
Tackling complex thoracic surgical operations with robotic solutions: a narrative review
CONCLUSIONS: The robotic approach to complex thoracic problems is safe, effective, and associated with improved patient outcomes. To encourage wider adoption of robotic technology, increased training and expanded research efforts are essential, alongside improved worldwide access to this technology.PMID:38505049 | PMC:PMC10944716 | DOI:10.21037/jtd-23-1570 (Source: Journal of Thoracic Disease)
Source: Journal of Thoracic Disease - March 20, 2024 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Ayham M Odeh Kody Wyant Richard K Freeman Zaid M Abdelsattar Source Type: research
Prevalence of pulmonary artery dilation in non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis: a computed tomography analysis from a cohort of the US Bronchiectasis and Nontuberculous Mycobacteria Research Registry
J Thorac Dis. 2024 Feb 29;16(2):1496-1502. doi: 10.21037/jtd-23-1316. Epub 2024 Feb 27.ABSTRACTAlthough pulmonary artery (PA) dilation is independently associated with significant morbidity and mortality in patients with pulmonary diseases irrespective of diagnosed pulmonary hypertension, its relationship with nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) is unknown. The Bronchiectasis and NTM Research Registry is a multicenter registry created to foster research in non-cystic fibrosis (CF) bronchiectasis and NTM lung disease. The majority of patients with non-CF bronchiectasis at Oregon Health & Science University have NTM infect...
Source: Journal of Thoracic Disease - March 20, 2024 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Elham Karamooz Anupama G Brixey Chara E Rydzak Steven L Primack Sheila Markwardt Alan F Barker Source Type: research
Enhanced recovery after surgery pathway leads to decreased length of stay for patients undergoing minimally invasive lung resection
CONCLUSIONS: The implementation of an ERAS protocol led to decreased LOS and decreased ICU admission in patients undergoing minimally invasive lung resection. Process standardization optimizes performance by providers by decreasing decision fatigue and improving decision making, which may contribute to the improved outcomes observed in this study.PMID:38505051 | PMC:PMC10944727 | DOI:10.21037/jtd-23-1500 (Source: Journal of Thoracic Disease)
Source: Journal of Thoracic Disease - March 20, 2024 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Madeline L Fryer Benjamin A Palleiko Isabel Emmerick Allison Crawford Mamatha Kadiyala Feiran Lou Karl Uy Mark W Maxfield Source Type: research
Direct oral anticoagulants compared with warfarin in patients with left ventricular thrombus: a cohort study from China
CONCLUSIONS: This study showed no significant difference in thrombus resolution between DOAC and warfarin. DOAC might be an alternative to warfarin for the treatment of LV thrombus. However, further large prospective studies are required to explore the efficacy and safety of DOAC in patients with LV thrombus.PMID:38505052 | PMC:PMC10944738 | DOI:10.21037/jtd-23-1582 (Source: Journal of Thoracic Disease)
Source: Journal of Thoracic Disease - March 20, 2024 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Yang Zhou Xiaoxuan Zhang Yang Lin Wenxing Peng Source Type: research
Can a stapling device with bioabsorbable polyglycolic acid felt reduce intraoperative air leak?
CONCLUSIONS: Pulmonary resection using staplers with a PGA felt could reduce the occurrence of intraoperative air leaks among patients undergoing lung resection.PMID:38505053 | PMC:PMC10944772 | DOI:10.21037/jtd-23-1352 (Source: Journal of Thoracic Disease)
Source: Journal of Thoracic Disease - March 20, 2024 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Takashi Makino Takuma Matsumura Masakazu Kono Yoichi Anami Source Type: research
Incidental pulmonary nodule management in Canada: exploring current state through a narrative literature review and expert interviews
CONCLUSIONS: Despite general awareness of guidelines, there is inconsistency and lack of standardization in the management of patients with IPNs in Canada. Multidisciplinary expert consensus is recommended to help overcome the communication and operational barriers to a safe and cost-effective approach to this common clinical issue.PMID:38505054 | PMC:PMC10944736 | DOI:10.21037/jtd-23-1453 (Source: Journal of Thoracic Disease)
Source: Journal of Thoracic Disease - March 20, 2024 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Genevi ève C Digby Jeffrey Habert Jyoti Sahota Luc ía Zhu Daria Manos Source Type: research
Learning curve for complex segmentectomy via uniportal video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery for the treatment of early-stage lung cancer
CONCLUSIONS: Complex segmentectomy via uniportal VATS, when performed by surgeons proficient in simple segmentectomy and lobectomy techniques, has comparable outcomes and potentially eliminates the need for an extensive learning curve. This approach expands the options for treating early-stage non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC), allowing for tailored patient care. Further studies are needed to assess long-term outcomes.PMID:38505055 | PMC:PMC10944734 | DOI:10.21037/jtd-23-1615 (Source: Journal of Thoracic Disease)
Source: Journal of Thoracic Disease - March 20, 2024 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Seha Ahn Youngkyu Moon Source Type: research
Compare three diagnostic criteria of progressive pulmonary fibrosis
CONCLUSIONS: In the current situations, both the 1- and 2-year criterion are the reasonable choice to define PPF both in researches and clinical practice, and DLCO% is an independent predictor for mortality of PPF.PMID:38505056 | PMC:PMC10944769 | DOI:10.21037/jtd-23-481 (Source: Journal of Thoracic Disease)
Source: Journal of Thoracic Disease - March 20, 2024 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Tao Chen Chunfang Zeng Source Type: research
Postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) after cardiac surgery: clinical practice review
J Thorac Dis. 2024 Feb 29;16(2):1503-1520. doi: 10.21037/jtd-23-1626. Epub 2024 Feb 23.ABSTRACTPostoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) after cardiac surgery is associated with elevated morbidity and mortality. Although current prediction models have limited efficacy, several perioperative interventions can reduce patients' risk of POAF. These begin with preoperative medications, including beta-blockers and amiodarone. Moreover, patients should be screened for preexisting atrial fibrillation (AF) so that concomitant surgical ablation and left atrial appendage occlusion can be performed in appropriate candidates. Intraopera...
Source: Journal of Thoracic Disease - March 20, 2024 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Orlando R Suero Ahmed K Ali Lauren R Barron Matthew W Segar Marc R Moon Subhasis Chatterjee Source Type: research
Frequency and predictive factors of nodal micro-metastasis (NMM) in resectable non-small cell lung cancer
CONCLUSIONS: NMM was identified in 21.43% of pN0 resectable NSCLC patients and tumor size greater than 4 cm is predictive factor for NMM.PMID:38505058 | PMC:PMC10944788 | DOI:10.21037/jtd-23-1240 (Source: Journal of Thoracic Disease)
Source: Journal of Thoracic Disease - March 20, 2024 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Sophon Siwachat Apichat Tantraworasin Nirush Lertprasertsuke Somcharoen Saeteng Source Type: research
Hepatic hydrothorax
J Thorac Dis. 2024 Feb 29;16(2):1662-1673. doi: 10.21037/jtd-23-1649. Epub 2024 Feb 23.ABSTRACTHepatic hydrothorax (HH) refers to the presence of a pleural effusion that develops in the context of underlying liver cirrhosis and portal hypertension. It carries a high risk of morbidity and mortality, with a median survival of 8-12 months. Diagnosis is usually confirmed by pleural aspiration, demonstrating typical features of a transudative effusion in the absence of co-existent cardio-pulmonary or renal pathology. The clinical presentation is quite variable, with some patients remaining relatively asymptomatic in the presenc...
Source: Journal of Thoracic Disease - March 20, 2024 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Hannah Wilkins Ellie Britt Malvika Bhatnagar Benjamin Pippard Source Type: research
