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The Latest in Critical Care, 9/28/23 (Issue #15)

PulmCCM

Read in NEJM Prevalence of pulmonary embolism during COPD exacerbations Pulmonary embolism (PE) and acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can present with similar symptoms of dyspnea, hypoxemia, and cough. Natural and vaccine-induced immunity are expected to be protective against severe illness.

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Breath Easy: Navigating Asthma and COPD Exacerbations

Taming the SRU

2,3] In 2020, the CDC estimates that asthma exacerbations accounted for almost 1,000,000 ED visits and almost 100,000 inpatient hospitalizations. [4] COPD is characterized by episodes of exacerbations, which require prompt recognition and management due to their potential to escalate rapidly and cause significant morbidity and mortality.

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The Latest in Critical Care, 10/23/23 (Issue #17)

PulmCCM

Even people with COPD or asthma under age 50 did not benefit from Paxlovid, in that analysis. Both organisms have limited treatment options and have been identified as urgent health concerns by CDC and the WHO. New evidence suggests these two pathogens may be far more widespread than previously suspected.