Asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are chronic diseases, very
common in general population. These obstructive airway illnesses are manifested with …

Lung abscess is a type of liquefactive necrosis of the lung tissue and formation of cavities
(more than 2 cm) containing necrotic debris or fluid caused by microbial infection. It can be …

Transthoracic needle biopsy (TTNB) is done with imaging guidance and most frequently by
a radiologist, for the aim is to diagnose a defined mass. It is integral in the diagnosis and …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is an inflammatory airway disease whose
incidence and mortality increases every year. It is associated with an abnormal inflammatory …

Objective Spontaneous recurrent pneumothorax during menstruation is reported as
catamenial pneumothorax. It is encountered in 3-6% of spontaneous pneumothorax cases …

Postoperative pain is a very important issue for several patients. Indifferent of the surgery
type or method, pain management is very necessary. The relief from suffering leads to early …

Cerebral oximetry based on near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) is increasingly used during
the perioperative period of cardiovascular operations. It is a noninvasive technology that can …

Abstract According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) GLOBOCAN
World Cancer Report, lung cancer affects more than 1 million people a year worldwide. In …

Improved diagnostic methods and medical therapies are necessary for early detection and
treatment and an improved prognosis. It is thus vital to both examine and evaluate the role of …

Tracheal stenosis is a potentially life-threatening condition. Tracheostomy and endotracheal
intubation remain the commonest causes of benign stenosis, despite improvements in …