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- Title
A simplified approach to haemoptysis.
- Authors
Zi Yang Trevor Ong; Hui Zhong Chai; Choon How How; Jansen Koh; Teck Boon Low; Ong, Zi Yang Trevor; Chai, Hui Zhong; How, Choon How; Koh, Jansen; Low, Teck Boon
- Abstract
Haemoptysis is commonly seen in the healthcare setting. It can lead to life-threatening complications and therefore requires careful evaluation of the severity and status of the patient. Common causes of haemoptysis can be broadly grouped into five main categories: infective, neoplastic, vascular, autoimmune and drug-related. Detailed history-taking and careful physical examination are necessary to provide a diagnosis and assess the patient's haemodynamic status. Physicians must have a clear understanding of the criteria for further investigations and the need for a specialist or inpatient referral for management.
- Subjects
HEMOPTYSIS; ETIOLOGY of diseases; DISEASE complications; PRIMARY care; SEVERITY of illness index; DIFFERENTIAL diagnosis; HEMODYNAMICS
- Publication
Singapore Medical Journal, 2016, Vol 57, Issue 8, p415
- ISSN
0037-5675
- Publication type
journal article
- DOI
10.11622/smedj.2016130