Novel approaches to the patient with massive hemoptysis

Massive hemoptysis is a life-threatening condition with a high mortality when treated conservatively. Several modalities have been described in the treatment of hemoptysis with varying results. Endobronchial therapy has traditionally been performed with rigid bronchoscopy. This requires both special...

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Main Authors: Mohamad Alabrash, Robert Browning, Scott Parrish, William Krimsky
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Greater Baltimore Medical Center 2012-04-01
Series:Journal of Community Hospital Internal Medicine Perspectives
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Online Access:http://www.jchimp.net/index.php/jchimp/article/view/14784/pdf_1