Archivos de bronconeumología
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Arch. Bronconeumol. · Aug 2002
Case Reports[Dendriform pulmonary ossification associated with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis].
Diffuse pulmonary ossification, a rare condition characterized by metaplastic ossification of the lung, is usually associated with diseases causing diffuse pulmonary lesions. Two types dendriform and nodular have been identified. ⋯ We report a case of diffuse dendriform pulmonary ossification associated with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. The diagnosis was based on histological examination, which demonstrated multiple nodules and ramified osseous spicules around the lung, mainly at the lower lobes, where the fibrotic lesions were also most evident.
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Arch. Bronconeumol. · May 2002
Comparative Study[Distribution of pulmonologists and chest surgeons in Spain].
To study the real situation of respiratory medicine specialists and chest surgeons in the Spanish health service. ⋯ Specialist coverage by pneumologists and chest surgeons is inadequate in many provinces and communities in Spain. The professional market is not saturated, indicating that future specialists can look forward to market demand.
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Arch. Bronconeumol. · Apr 2002
[Mechanical ventilation in a respiratory ward. Evolution from 1994 to 2000].
To investigate the absolute and relative frequency of mechanical ventilation in the management of patients on a respiratory medicine ward between 1994 and 2000. To describe reasons for admission, mean hospital stay and outcomes. ⋯ Admissions requiring mechanical ventilation have increased and most are related to the home mechanical ventilation program. The mean stay and the mortality rate were related to the reason for admission.