The Respiratory Consultant

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[BMA Consultants @BMA_Consultants]

Consultant pay has fallen by 35%, and we’re leaving the NHS in droves.

Watch @thomasdolphin explain why we’re on strike in England today 👇👇👇 #ConsultantStrike

[Dr Tony Goldstone @goldstone_tony]

Excellent letter @thesurgeon666

[The Respiratory Consultant @Resp_consultant]

Dupilumab significantly reduced exacerbations in adults with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease by approximately 30% compared with placebo.
BOREAS trial.
#COPD @NEJM @atscommunity
https://t.co/rdN2RNsHMH

[The Respiratory Consultant @Resp_consultant]

The proposed term “latent COPD” includes individuals with preserved FEV1/FVC, structural and/or functional abnormalities, and no/minimal symptoms, representing an alternative term to “pre-COPD” that is also a more substantial target for future research https://t.co/yuKOtnmNcI

[Ernesto Juárez @LungIsLong]

@donsin4 I'd say: be careful in overinterpreting #PRISm

https://t.co/QlKp2vSCdl

[The Respiratory Consultant @Resp_consultant]

@PresidentAHCS @GOLD_COPD This article reports 5.1 % prevalence when based on LLN of FEV1/FVC.
https://t.co/rkjwmU4RzR

[The Respiratory Consultant @Resp_consultant]

PRISm: Preserved Ratio Impaired Spirometry is associated with respiratory symptoms, increased mortality and spirometry changes over time #PRISm #COPD #MedTwitter @GOLD_COPD

[The Respiratory Consultant @Resp_consultant]

@donsin4 Agreed. Definitely needs further exploration and research. #PRISm #COPD #Spirometry

[theRadiologist @radiologistpage]

Axial slice of a CT chest at the level of the aortic arch

[The Respiratory Consultant @Resp_consultant]

COPD exacerbation: A critical challenge for patients and physicians alike.
Which option would you give a try before going for NIV?
#MedTwitter #RespEd #COPD #PatientCare

[The Respiratory Consultant @Resp_consultant]

Brilliant work by @radiologistpage
#radiology #cxr #MedTwitter #MedEd

[theRadiologist @radiologistpage]

Chest X-Ray anatomy and review areas

[The Respiratory Consultant @Resp_consultant]

Webinar on New MRCP PACES format @MRCPUK #PACES23

[MRCPUK Examinations @MRCPUK]

Do you have a question about PACES23? Reply below and we will answer all questions during our webinar on Friday 26 May 2023 from 2pm. Hope to see you there! https://t.co/YzxyjKL0NV

[The Respiratory Consultant @Resp_consultant]

"Stay apart, stay connected! 📏💙 Social distancing is a powerful measure to keep us safe and reduce the risk of viral transmission. #SocialDistancing #StayApartStayConnected #WeAreInThisTogether

[The Respiratory Consultant @Resp_consultant]

Stay healthy, stay safe! 🌟✨ Infection prevention is key in fighting viral respiratory infections. Follow simple steps to protect yourself and others: Together, we can stop the spread and keep our communities strong! 💪🦠 #InfectionPrevention #StaySafe #HealthyHabits

[The Respiratory Consultant @Resp_consultant]

Cover, protect, and respect! 🤧✋ When coughing or sneezing, let's be mindful of others and cover our mouths and noses. By using tissues, our elbows, or the crook of our arms, we prevent the dispersion of respiratory droplets and potential infection spread. #Cover #StayHealthy

[Y C Gary Lee @YCGaryLee]

Join us at the #Pleural Symposium on Monday 9am if you are heading to ATS Washington DC. Pro-Con debates on 3 topics directly affecting your daily practice: #Pneumothorax (drain vs not drain); tPA/DNase for pleural #infection & IPC vs VATs for #malignant effusion. #MedTwitter

[The Respiratory Consultant @Resp_consultant]

Identifying the UIP pattern on HRCT scans is crucial for diagnosing idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). This radiological pattern is characterized by honeycombing, traction bronchiectasis, and subpleural/basal predominance.
#IPF #HRCT #UIPpattern #MedTwitter #RespEd