A simplified approach to haemoptysis

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, a...

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Published inSingapore medical journal Vol. 57; no. 8; pp. 415 - 418
Main Authors Ong, Zi Yang Trevor, Chai, Hui Zhong, How, Choon How, Koh, Jansen, Low, Teck Boon
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Singapore Singapore Medical Association 01.08.2016
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Diagnosis, Differential
Female
Hemodynamics
Hemoptysis - diagnosis
Hemoptysis - diagnostic imaging
Hemoptysis - therapy
Hemorrhage
Humans
Medical History Taking
Middle Aged
Practice Integration & Lifelong Learning
Primary Health Care
Referral and Consultation
Tomography, X-Ray Computed
aetiology
primary care
haemoptysis
pseudohaemoptysis
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Summary: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.
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ISSN:0037-5675
DOI:10.11622/smedj.2016130