Diagnostic evaluation of pulmonary abnormalities in patients with hematologic malignancies and hematopoietic cell transplantation Journal Article


Authors: Harris, B.; Geyer, A. I.
Article Title: Diagnostic evaluation of pulmonary abnormalities in patients with hematologic malignancies and hematopoietic cell transplantation
Abstract: Pulmonary complications (PC) of hematologic malignancies and their treatments are common causes of morbidity and mortality. Early diagnosis is challenging due to host risk factors, clinical instability, and provider preference. Delayed diagnosis impairs targeted treatment and may contribute to poor outcomes. An integrated understanding of clinical risk and radiographic patterns informs a timely approach to diagnosis and treatment. There is little prospective evidence guiding optimal modality and timing of minimally invasive lung sampling; however, a low threshold for diagnostic bronchoscopy during the first 24 to 72 hours after presentation should be a guiding principle in high-risk patients. © 2016 Elsevier Inc.
Keywords: pneumonia; hematologic malignancy; diagnosis; bronchoscopy; hematopoietic cell transplant; pulmonary complications; lung infiltrates
Journal Title: Clinics in Chest Medicine
Volume: 38
Issue: 2
ISSN: 0272-5231
Publisher: Elsevier Inc.  
Date Published: 2017-06-01
Start Page: 317
End Page: 331
Language: English
DOI: 10.1016/j.ccm.2016.12.008
PROVIDER: scopus
PUBMED: 28477642
PMCID: PMC7172342
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Notes: Review -- Export Date: 2 June 2017 -- Source: Scopus
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