CHEST Guidelines-Therapeutic-Role-of-Endoscopic-Resection-in-Typica

Therapeutic-Role-of-Endoscopic-Resection-in-Typica

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The correspondence sections of this document encompass various letters to editors that elaborate on or contest findings in articles previously published in CHEST, a journal from the American College of Chest Physicians. <br /><br />One correspondence discusses the narrative approach in the treatment of asthma. Dr. Rahul Chodhari emphasized the importance of open questioning and active listening, which enable a deeper understanding of a patient's life and how they manage their symptoms. The narrative approach, as supported by literature, also facilitates shared decision-making between clinicians and patients, potentially enhancing self-care and clinical outcomes. The dialogue also touched upon the effectiveness of peer-led educational programs in schools, increasing children’s understanding of asthma management.<br /><br />Another exchange between Simone Scarlata, Raffaele Antonelli Incalzi, and Gianni Galluccio centres on the treatment of typical carcinoid tumors. The authors question the predominance of surgery as the primary treatment method, positing that endoscopic treatments could be a viable alternative, especially in noninvasive cases. They propose further research to explore outcomes such as recurrence, mortality, patient tolerability, and quality of life following endoscopic interventions. Despite acknowledging endoscopic treatment's potential, they argue that more data is needed to validate its efficacy compared to surgical methods.<br /><br />The document reflects the dynamic and evolving discussion within medical communities as they seek to refine and improve clinical practices through research findings and practical insights. In both cases, the authors advocate for more research to conclusively determine the effectiveness of alternative treatment approaches they discuss.

Keywords

asthma treatment

narrative approach

shared decision-making

peer-led education

carcinoid tumors

endoscopic treatment

surgery alternatives

clinical outcomes

patient quality of life

medical research