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Critical Care CasesSESSION TYPE: Case ReportsPRESENTED ON: Saturday, March 22, 2014 at 04:15 PM - 05:15 PMPURPOSE: Treatment of Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) with chronic intravenous prostanoid through a chronic tunneled catheter has been reported to be associated with bacteremia and sepsis; however bacterial endocarditis is rarely reported. Here we report a patient with idiopathic PAH receiving chronic intravenous prostacyclin that developed acute Clostridium perfringens aortic valve endocarditis. ⋯ The following authors have nothing to disclose: Amitesh Agarwal, Alex DuarteNo Product/Research Disclosure Information.
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The Effect of Serum Vitamin D Level in Korean Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Patients.
COPD Comorbidity PostersSESSION TYPE: Poster PresentationsPRESENTED ON: Saturday, March 22, 2014 at 01:15 PM - 02:15 PMPURPOSE: To determine the relationship of serum vitamin D level with lung function, acute exacerbation, 6 minute walking (6MW) distance, and quality of life. ⋯ The following authors have nothing to disclose: Ji Ye Jung, Ah Young Leem, Eu Dong Hwang, Song Yee Kim, Se Kyu Kim, Joon ChangNo Product/Research Disclosure Information.
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Physiology/PFTs/Rehabilitation PostersSESSION TYPE: Poster PresentationsPRESENTED ON: Saturday, March 22, 2014 at 01:15 PM - 02:15 PMPURPOSE: To verify the results of a diaphragmatic breathing technique (DBT) on diaphragmatic range of motion in healthy subjects. ⋯ The following authors have nothing to disclose: Ana Rita Fernandes, Maria Perez, Ricardo Ribeiro, Teresa TomásNo Product/Research Disclosure Information.
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Bronchiectasis PostersSESSION TYPE: Poster PresentationsPRESENTED ON: Saturday, March 22, 2014 at 01:15 PM - 02:15 PMPURPOSE: To evaluate the effects of treatment with inhaled tobramycin in patients with non-CF bronchiectasis (BQ) considering the eradication of Pseudomona aeruginosa in sputum, changes in sputum and lung function. ⋯ The following authors have nothing to disclose: Georgina Gramblicka, María Sosa, Gabriela Tabaj, María Gallardo, Valeria Morandi, Maria Laura Grodnitzky, Luciano Peyrano, Daniela Visentini, Patricia MalamudNo Product/Research Disclosure Information.
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Interstitial Lung Disease CasesSESSION TYPE: Case ReportsPRESENTED ON: Saturday, March 22, 2014 at 09:00 AM - 10:00 AMINTRODUCTION: Hypersensitivity pneumonitis (HP) is characterized by diffuse inflammation of lung parenchyma. Symptoms include cough, fever, and shortness of breath. Chest imaging often shows micronodules and fibrosis that can be difficult to distinguish from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. We present a case of HP presenting with diffuse cystic lesions, mimicking lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM). ⋯ In patients with HP, treatment includes avoiding the allergen and in some cases, systemic corticosteroids. While long term prognosis is generally perceived as good, some patients develop severe respiratory insufficiency. We demonstrate the need to consider a HP diagnosis in patients with cystic lung disease.Reference #1: Ramazzini B. Diseases of workers. Wright WC, trans. New York, NY: Hafner, 1964; 243Reference #2: Cormier Y, et al Significance of pre- cipitins and asymptomatic lymphocytic alveolitis: a 20-yr follow-up. Eur Respir J. 2004;23(4):523-525.Reference #3: Coultas DB, Zumwalt RE, Black WC, Sobonya RE. The epidemiology of interstitial lung diseases. Am J Respir CritCare Med. 1994;150(4):967-972DISCLOSURE: The following authors have nothing to disclose: Anita Rajagopal, Michael ShapiroNo Product/Research Disclosure Information.