Haemoptysis Flashcards
1
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Definition
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Traces of blood present whilst coughing
2
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Aetiology
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Common causes are bronchiectasis, bronchial carcinoma, pulmonary embolism, bronchitis, and lung infections including pneumonia, abscess, and TB
3
Q
Risk factors
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Chronic cough
Drug use
Use of blood thinners (anticoagulants)
4
Q
Epidemiology
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Depends on underlying cause
5
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Clinical presentation
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Depends on underlying cause
Massive haemoptysis is defined as >200ml in 24 hours
6
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Prognosis
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Depends on underlying cause
7
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DDX
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