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  • /app/files/public/5406/pdf-MF---Alpha1-Antitrypsin.pdf Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (Inherited Emphysema) Show Details
    Description
    Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD for short is a lung disease that affects millions of people each year. COPD is a general term used to describe diseases such as emphysema and chronic bronchitis. In emphysema there is damage to the walls of the air sacs (alveoli) in the lungs. The earliest symptom of emphysema is shortness of breath during activity. Later the shortness of breath can occur at rest also. Most cases of emphysema are caused by smoking or other environmental factors. There is growing evidence that genetics can also increase the risk of developing emphysema.
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    Last Updated
    1/28/2011
  • /app/files/public/5168/pdf-Inhaling-Medication-with-an-MDI.pdf Inhaled Medication With A Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI) Show Details
    Description
    The metered dose inhaler (MDI) consists of a pressurized canister of medication in a plastic case with a mouthpiece. Pressing the MDI releases a mist of medication. When inhaled correctly, the medication has a better chance to reach the small airways. This increases the medication's effectiveness. Its portable size, efficiency and convenience make the MDI a desirable method for inhalation treatment.
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    Patient Education
    Last Updated
    3/25/2011
  • /app/files/public/5750/pdf-TF---Lung-Volume-Reduction-Surgery.pdf Lung Volume Reduction Surgery Show Details
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    Lung volume reduction surgery (LVRS) is considered for people who have moderate to severe emphysema on chest CT scan. There are often portions of the lung tissue that are more diseased than other portions.
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    Patient Education
    Last Updated
    8/16/2011
  • /app/files/public/5422/pdf-MF---COPD.pdf Management of COPD Show Details
    Description
    Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease or COPD for short, is a progressive lung disease that affects millions of people each year. People with COPD have airways that are narrowed and blocked due to damage. This is often induced by smoking. People with COPD often have chronic bronchitis and/or emphysema. Many people have primarily chronic bronchitis. Some people with COPD may also have an "asthma-like" or reactive component to their pulmonary disease.
    Last Updated
    2/1/2011
  • /app/files/public/5833/pdf-Whats-New-with-MDIS.pdf Metered Dose Inhalers: The HFA Propellant Show Details
    Description
    The metered dose inhaler (MDI) was developed in the 1950 s. The propellant used in MDIs until recently contained CFCs (Chlorofluorocarbons). You may find when you replace your MDI that a different propellant is used in the inhaler. This is an HFA (hydrofluoroalkane) propellant.
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    Patient Education
    Last Updated
    6/6/2011
  • /app/files/public/5541/pdf-Oxygen-Therapy.pdf Oxygen Therapy Show Details
    Description
    Oxygen is in the air we breathe and is necessary to live. When we breathe in, oxygen enters the lungs and it goes into the blood. When the lungs cannot transfer enough oxygen into the blood, an oxygen therapy program may be necessary. The major reason why oxygen therapy is used is to assure that there is enough oxygen in the blood to provide for the body's needs.
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    Last Updated
    9/29/2011
  • /app/files/public/5454/pdf-MF---Recognizing-COPD-Signs-and-Symptoms.pdf Recognizing Signs And Symptoms of COPD Show Details
    Description
    The early signs of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) for which many people seek medical attention before being formally diagnosed include marked shortness of breath with exertion, a cough that won t go away or frequent respiratory infections. This is often at a point when the disease is already advanced. Many people might be identified earlier if their doctors routinely screen all patients who are smokers or previous smokers.
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    Last Updated
    6/6/2011
  • /app/files/public/5496/pdf-MF-Transtracheal-Oxygen-Therapy.pdf Transtracheal Oxygen Therapy Show Details
    Description
    Transtracheal oxygen therapy (TTOT) is another method of delivering oxygen directly to the lungs. A small plastic tube (catheter) is inserted in the lower neck, which goes into the windpipe (trachea). The procedure should not be confused with a tracheotomy; they are entirely different.
    Last Updated
    11/12/2012
  • /app/files/public/5808/pdf-Using-A-Diskus.pdf Using A Diskus® Show Details
    Description
    A Diskus® consists of a plastic device containing powdered medication. A Diskus is breath activated. This means when you inhale, the Diskus automatically releases the medication. When inhaled correctly, the medication has a better chance to reach the small airways. This increases the medication's effectiveness. The portable size, efficiency and convenience make the Diskus a desirable method for inhalation treatment.
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    Patient Education
    Last Updated
    2/25/2011
  • /app/files/public/5809/pdf-Using-A-Flexhaler.pdf Using A Flexhaler® Show Details
    Description
    A Flexhaler® consists of a plastic device containing dry powdered medication. A Flexhaler is breath activated. This means when you inhale, the Flexhaler automatically releases the medication. When inhaled correctly, the medication has a better chance to reach the small airways. This increases the medication's effectiveness. The portable size, efficiency and convenience make the Flexhaler a desirable method for inhalation treatment.
    Last Updated
    2/25/2011

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