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
Differentiating a ‘stressed heart’ from an acute coronary syndrome
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Differentiating a ‘stressed heart’ from an acute coronary syndrome
Wednesday 21 July 2021, 12:30 AM

Consultant cardiologist Chris Ellis discusses a temporary heart condition with symptoms and associated electrocardiogram changes that can mimic a heart attack
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