Empyema
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1. Logistic regression analysis of clinical and computed tomography features of pulmonary abscesses and risk factors for pulmonary abscess-related empyema
OBJECTIVES: This study was conducted to investigate the risk factors for pulmonary abscess-related empyema by investigating the clinical characteristics and chest computed tomography imaging features of patients with pulmonary abscesses. METHODS: We retrospectively analyzed the chest computed tomography findings and clinical features of 101 cases of pulmon
Clinics. Publicado em: 08/04/2019
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2. Transforming growth factor beta1 (TGF-ß1) levels in a rat model of induced pleural empyema
Abstract Purpose: To evaluate the concentration of transforming growth factor beta 1 (TGFB1) levels in a rat pleural effusion obtained by inoculation of intrapleural bacteria or turpentine through thoracentesis. Methods: Thirty-Nine Wistar rats were divided into three groups: Staphylococcus aureus (SA, n = 17); Streptococcus pneumoniae (SP, n = 12); and t
Acta Cir. Bras.. Publicado em: 2018-02
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3. Subdural empyema caused by Peptostreptococcus sp.: a complication of acute pharyngitis
ABSTRACT Subdural Empyema (ESD) is the collection of purulent fluid that develops between the exterior “dura mater” layer and the middle “arachnoid mater” layer that covers the brain. ESD can be caused by a primary infection located in the paranasal sinuses. In many aerobic and/or anaerobic bacterial cases, hearing or traumatic processes serve as the
Rev. Inst. Med. trop. S. Paulo. Publicado em: 21/12/2017
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4. Treatment of a subdural empyema complicated by intracerebral abscess due to Brucella infection
A 55-year-old male presented with fever, stupor, aphasia, and left hemiparesis. A history of head trauma 3 months before was also reported. Cranial magnetic resonance imaging revealed slight contrast enhancement of lesions under the right frontal skull plate and right frontal lobe. Because of deterioration in nutritional status and intracranial hypertension,
Braz J Med Biol Res. Publicado em: 30/03/2017
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5. Nocardia nova causing empyema necessitatis afterlung re-transplantation: a case report
Abstract: We report herein a case of thoracic infection due to Nocardia nova following lung re-transplantation performed for emphysema related to alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency. The infection extended from the lung into the pleural space, thoracic wall, and mediastinum, presenting as pericarditis and empyema necessitatis. Nocardia nova was identified by 16S
Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop.. Publicado em: 2016-08
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6. Long-term treatment of persistent disseminated Nocardia cyriacigeorgica infection
In this paper a disseminated persistent Nocardia cyriacigeorgicainfection in an immunocompetent patient is described. The patient's long-term treatment, as well as its implications for managing similar cases in the future, is emphasized. Presenting with high fever, multiple nodules, and ulcerative cutaneous lesions of body sites, the patient was treated with
Braz J Infect Dis. Publicado em: 2014-10
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7. New therapy of pleural empyema by deoxyribonuclease
Empyema is a severe complication of different diseases and traumas. Management of this complication is difficult and should comprise general and local procedures. The general procedure is mainly based on administering wide-spectrum antibiotics. Local management depends on patient general condition, but in all cases the essential procedure is to insert a drai
Braz J Infect Dis. Publicado em: 2013-02
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8. Post-thoracotomy wound separation (DEHISCENCE): a disturbing complication
OBJECTIVES: We described the treatment of dehiscence of thoracotomy incisions in patients who underwent thoracic surgery in the present study. METHODS: Twenty-four patients with either partial or complete dehiscence of their thoracotomy incisions were included in the study from 2005 to 2010. The patients were evaluated regarding their age, sex, indication fo
Clinics. Publicado em: 2013-01
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9. Evaluation of serial C-reactive protein measurements after surgical treatment of pleural empyema
OBJECTIVE: Serial C-reactive protein measurements have been used to diagnose and monitor the response to therapy in patients with pneumonia and other infectious diseases. Nonetheless, the role of C-reactive protein measurement after surgical treatment for pleural empyema is not well defined. The aim of this study is to describe the behavior of C-reactive pro
Clinics. Publicado em: 2012
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10. Does videothoracoscopy improve clinical outcomes when implemented as part of a pleural empyema treatment algorithm?
OBJECTIVE: We aimed to evaluate whether the inclusion of videothoracoscopy in a pleural empyema treatment algorithm would change the clinical outcome of such patients. METHODS: This study performed quality-improvement research. We conducted a retrospective review of patients who underwent pleural decortication for pleural empyema at our institution from 2002
Clinics. Publicado em: 2012
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11. Effectiveness and safety of outpatient pleurodesis in patients with recurrent malignant pleural effusion and low performance status
OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of pleurodesis carried out entirely on an outpatient basis in patients with recurrent malignant pleural effusions and Karnofsky Performance Status scores <70. METHODS: This study was a prospective trial comprising patients with symptomatic recurrent malignant pleural effusion and Karnofsky Performance Stat
Clinics. Publicado em: 2011
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12. The first report in Brazil of severe infection caused by community-acquired methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (CA-MRSA)
Community-acquired methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (CA-MRSA) is an emergent pathogen in Brazil. However, there are no data on the prevalence of CA-MRSA. We report here the first well-characterized case of severe life-threatening CA-MRSA infection in a child living in Rio de Janeiro city. The patient had many complications including hematogenous o
Brazilian Journal of Medical and Biological Research. Publicado em: 03/07/2009