Respiratory physician Lutz Beckert considers chronic obstructive pulmonary disease management, including the prevention of COPD, the importance of smoking cessation and pulmonary rehabilitation, and the lifesaving potential of addressing treatable traits. He also discusses the logic of inhaler therapy, moving from single therapy to dual and triple therapy when indicated, as well as other aspects of management
Diagnosing the cause of severe, recurrent chest pain…again
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Diagnosing the cause of severe, recurrent chest pain…again
Wednesday 15 March 2023, 12:25 AM

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Consultant cardiologist Chris Ellis returns to the diagnosis of chest pain as this remains a recurrent, and far from straightforward, clinical presentation
Key points, A careful, educated clinical history is vital to diagnose the cause of a patient’s chest pain.
A range of blood tests, including a troponin test, is, Pract Green w Pale Yellow
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