CHEST Guidelines-Table-of-Contents

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The August 2021 issue of the journal "CHEST" features a diverse range of topics related to respiratory health, with a special focus on the impact of infections and interventions on respiratory diseases. Key editorials cover topics such as the relationship between pneumonia in infancy and asthma, the role of secondary infections and antimicrobial usage in COVID-19 patients, and the often-overlooked pulmonary function test (diffusing capacity) in COPD. Other notable discussions include strategies to enhance critical care services during the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as the importance of continuous tracheal cuff pressure control in reducing ventilator-associated pneumonia.<br /><br />Original research articles in this issue explore various aspects of lung diseases and infections, including the outcomes of inhaled Amikacin regimens for treating Mycobacterium abscessus pulmonary disease and the characteristics of lipoid pneumonia diagnosis. The critical care section investigates the responses of US hospitals to increased ICU demand during COVID-19 and the long-term survival based on triage categories in pandemics.<br /><br />Additional content addresses pulmonary arterial hypertension linked to COPD, the effects of nocturnal oxygen supplementation on sleep apnea, and the perception of risk among lung cancer screening populations. The issue also presents guidelines on diagnosing conditions such as hypersensitivity pneumonitis and other educational features focused on improving clinical practice through point-of-care echocardiography training and ultrasound methodology.<br /><br />Finally, the edition announces an intriguing mix of upcoming research themes, covering areas like asthma phenotypes, survival outcomes in cystic fibrosis lung disease, psychological outcomes in critical care transfer settings, and sleep issues in hospitalized children. This comprehensive collection of articles aims to equip healthcare professionals with updated insights and practices to enhance the management and understanding of complex respiratory health challenges.

Keywords

respiratory health

COVID-19

pneumonia

COPD

lung diseases

pulmonary function

critical care

antimicrobial usage

tracheal cuff pressure

pulmonary arterial hypertension