Tidsskrift for den Norske lægeforening : tidsskrift for praktisk medicin, ny række
-
Clostridium difficile infection is discussed relatively rarely as a nosocomial problem in Norway. Epidemiological studies have shown Clostridium difficile diarrhoea to be frequently an antibiotica-associated nosocomial disease. ⋯ These and five other patients probably had a hospital-acquired Clostridium difficile infection. We discuss the nosocomial aspect and the clinical characteristics of the disease in our material.
-
Tidsskr. Nor. Laegeforen. · Apr 1995
[Use of a mask as an alternative to endotracheal intubation in acute respiratory failure].
Acute respiratory failure that is unresponsive to medical treatment requires ventilatory support. Non-invasive treatment with a nose or face mask is an alternative to endotracheal intubation in awake and cooperative patients. ⋯ The method reduces the need for endotracheal intubation and hence the time spent by the patient in the intensive care unit, but the need for personnel resources is equal. Possible clinical problems are skin erosions on the bridge of the nose due to pressure from the mask, and systemic hypotension.