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An Med Interna ; 21(8): 373-7, 2004 Aug.
Article in Spanish | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-15373719

ABSTRACT

OBJECTIVE: To analyze chronic obstructive lung disease (COPD) subjects in acute hypercapnic failure who were treated with non-invasive mechanical ventilation in a general respiratory ward. METHODS: This was a two-year prospective study of 35 patients with acute exacerbation of COPD and mean FEV1/FVC relation in stable condition of 55.3 +/- 14.8% of predicted that were treated with positive pressure respiration using a facemask in a general respiratory ward. 17 (48.5%) receive long-term oxygen therapy. Analysis was made of blood gases, before and after treatment of non-invasive ventilation, complications, and failure during treatment. RESULTS: A significant improvement in blood gases was observed 24 hours after non-invasive ventilation treatment. The mean hospital stay was of 15.0 +/- 9.1 days and failures were registered in 3 cases (8.5%). Facial scares were the most common complication (13 patients) but it was possible to continue treatment. CONCLUSIONS: Non-invasive ventilation is a viable treatment for patients with chronic obstructive lung disease and acute hypercapnic failure being treated in a general respiratory ward.


Subject(s)
Hypercapnia/therapy , Intermittent Positive-Pressure Ventilation/methods , Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive/therapy , Respiratory Insufficiency/therapy , Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Blood Gas Analysis , Female , Humans , Hypercapnia/diagnosis , Hypercapnia/etiology , Male , Middle Aged , Patients' Rooms , Prospective Studies , Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive/complications , Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive/diagnosis , Respiratory Insufficiency/diagnosis , Respiratory Insufficiency/etiology , Treatment Outcome , Vital Capacity
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An. med. interna (Madr., 1983) ; 21(8): 373-377, ago. 2004.
Article in Es | IBECS | ID: ibc-34986

ABSTRACT

Objetivo: Valorar el tratamiento con ventilación mecánica no invasiva (VNI) de pacientes con enfermedad pulmonar obstructiva crónica (EPOC) e insuficiencia respiratoria aguda hipercápnica en una planta de hospitalización. Método: Estudio prospectivo de 35 pacientes con EPOC agudizada que fueron tratados con ventilación con presión positiva intermitente mediante mascarilla oro-nasal en una sala de hospitalización convencional. En situación estable, los pacientes presentaban una relación FEV1/FVC del 55,3 ± 14,8 por ciento del teórico y 17 (48,5 por ciento) seguían oxigenoterapia continua domiciliaria. Hemos analizado los datos gasométricos basalmente y a diferentes periodos del inicio de la VNI, así como las complicaciones y fracasos de este tratamiento. Resultados: Se observa una mejoría significativa de los gases sanguíneos tras 24 horas de VNI con respecto a los niveles básales. Los pacientes presentaron una estancia hospitalaria media de 15,1 ± 9,1 días. 13 pacientes (37 por ciento) presentaron escaras faciales y 3 pacientes (8,5 por ciento) fallecieron. Conclusiones: La VNI en una planta de hospitalización es un medio terapéutico útil y seguro para los pacientes en insuficiencia respiratoria aguda hipercápnica tras una agudización de EPOC (AU)


Subject(s)
Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Female , Male , Middle Aged , Humans , Intermittent Positive-Pressure Ventilation , Blood Gas Analysis , Hypercapnia , Vital Capacity , Prospective Studies , Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive , Respiratory Insufficiency , Treatment Outcome , Patients' Rooms
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An Med Interna ; 21(5): 215-22, 2004 May.
Article in Spanish | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-15176922

ABSTRACT

OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to determine the epidemiological characteristics of tuberculosis (TB) in the Public Health System District of Santiago de Compostela (population : 386125) from 1999 to 2002. METHODS: Inclusion criteria were: 1). microbiological and/or pathological diagnosis of TB in any specimen, and 2). patient younger 35 years old with recent medical history of TB. Mantoux test positive, and pleural effusion with linfocitosis and adenosine deaminase >47 IU/ml. RESULTS: 946 patients were included (568 men and 378 women), with ages ranging from 2 months to 96 years. The incidence of TB was 60.9/100000 in 1999, 67.6/100000 in 2000, 61.9/100000 in 2001 and 54.6/100000 in 2002. The incidence rate of tuberculous meningitis was 1.03/100000 in 1999 and 2000, 0.77/100000 in 2001 and 0.51/100000 in 2002. The percentage of cases associated with HIV was 3.4% in 1999, 1.9% in 2000, 2.4% in 2001 and 2002. We found an increase in the rate of males over 55 years of age; with incidence per 100000 inhabitants of 122.4 in 1999, 142.8 in 2000, 115 in 2001 and 119 in 2002, whereas in females the incidence was 40.6 in 1999, 60.9 in 2000, 54.1 in 2001 and 39.1 in 2002. CONCLUSIONS: In last four years the incidence of tuberculosis has decreased but remains high in males over 55 years old.


Subject(s)
Tuberculosis/epidemiology , Adolescent , Adult , Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Child , Child, Preschool , Female , Humans , Incidence , Infant , Male , Middle Aged , Spain/epidemiology
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An. med. interna (Madr., 1983) ; 21(5): 215-222, mayo 2004.
Article in Es | IBECS | ID: ibc-32625

ABSTRACT

Objetivo: conocer los parámetros epidemiológicos entre los años 1999 y 2002 de la enfermedad tuberculosa (TB) en nuestra área, que consta de 386.125 habitantes. Métodos: se consideró caso TB el que cumplía los siguientes criterios: 1) hallazgos microbiológicos y / o patológicos diagnósticos de TB, en cualquier espécimen, 2) pacientes menores de 35 años con historia clínica reciente compatible con TB, con test de Mantoux significativo, linfocitosis y adenosina deaminasa (ADA) en líquido pleural > 47UI / mL. Resultados: Hemos estudiado 946 pacientes (568 hombres y 378 mujeres), con extremos de 2 meses y 96 años. El número de casos fue de 235 en 1999, 261 en 2000, 239 en 2001 y 211 en 2002. La incidencia de TB fue de 60,9 en 1999, de 67,6 en 2000, de 61,9 en 2001 y de 54,6 en 2002, con una incidencia de formas contagiosas de 37,6 en 1999, de 42,5 en 2000, de 37,3 en 2001 y de 31,1 en 2002. La incidencia de meningitis tuberculosa fue de 1,03 en 1999 y 2000, 0,77 en 2001 y 0,51 en 2002.Las formas de asociación con VIH fue de 3,4 por ciento en 1999, de 1,9 por ciento en 2000, 2,4 por ciento en 2001 y 2002. La relación hombre / mujer fue de 1,37 en 1999, 1,46 en 2000, 1,52 en 2001 y 1,74 en 2002. En tasas absolutas, el 38,1 por ciento de ambos sexos se encontraban entre 15 y 34 años y el 49,8 por ciento entre 15 y 44 años, aquí con predominio femenino. Se evidenció un importante aumento en mayores de 55 años, con predominio masculino, tanto en valores absolutos como relativos, con incidencias de 122,4 en 1999, 142,8 en 2000, 115 en 2001 y 119 en 2002, mientras que en mujeres fue de 40,6 en 1999, 60,9 en 2000, 54,1 en 2001 y 39,1 en 2002. Conclusiones: La incidencia de la tuberculosis en nuestro medio ha disminuido en los últimos años, especialmente en el último, pero se mantiene elevada en los varones mayores de 55 años (AU)


Subject(s)
Humans , Female , Middle Aged , Male , Adolescent , Adult , Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Child , Child, Preschool , Infant , Tuberculosis , Spain , Incidence
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An Med Interna ; 20(4): 183-6, 2003 Apr.
Article in Spanish | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-12768831

ABSTRACT

INTRODUCTION: Respiratory diseases are a frequent cause of health demands and have a large impact on morbidity and mortality of the Galician population, especially among the older one. Recent work shows that the diagnosis and treatment of these diseases is not optimal. This increases the utilisation of health care resources. MATERIAL AND METHODS: We studied 28 patients of the municipality of Val del Dubra (Northwest Spain) aged between 65 and 74 years. We performed a spirometric exploration and carried out a questionnaire interview on respiratory symptoms, life style, and occupational and health-related antecedents. RESULTS: Among men, 54% of were or are smokers. None of the women ever smoked. Respiratory symptoms were more frequent among women than among men (80% versus 54%). In the spirometric study, the largest volumes and flux are observed among non-smoking males who do not report dyspnea. DISCUSSION: Respiratory symptoms are frequent in the rural population aged between 65 and 74 years. Tobacco consumption is similar to other Spanish communities, but different from that seen in other countries. Male gender, non-smoking status and absence of respiratory symptoms are associated with higher spirometric figures.


Subject(s)
Geriatric Assessment/methods , Lung/physiopathology , Respiratory Tract Diseases/diagnosis , Aged , Female , Humans , Life Style , Male , Pilot Projects , Respiratory Function Tests , Respiratory Tract Diseases/etiology , Respiratory Tract Diseases/physiopathology , Risk Factors , Smoking/adverse effects , Spain , Spirometry , Surveys and Questionnaires
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An. med. interna (Madr., 1983) ; 20(4): 183-186, abr. 2003.
Article in Es | IBECS | ID: ibc-23652

ABSTRACT

Introducción: Las enfermedades respiratorias representan una causa frecuente de demanda sanitaria, con significativa repercusión en la morbimortalidad de la población de nuestra comunidad, en especial en la población geriátrica. Resultados de trabajos recientes muestran que el manejo diagnóstico y terapéutico de estos procesos no parece adecuado, relacionándose esto con el incremento del consumo de recursos sanitarios. Material y métodos: Se han estudiado 28 individuos del municipio de Valle del Dubra, entre 65 y 74 años. Se ha realizado una exploración espirométrica y una entrevista por cuestionario sobre síntomas respiratorios, estilo de vida, antecedentes personales sanitarios y laborales. Resultados: El 54 por ciento de los varones de esta población son o han sido fumadores, mientras nunca ha fumado ninguna de las mujeres. Los síntomas respiratorios son más frecuentes entre el sexo femenino, refiriendo algún síntoma el 80 por ciento de estas y el 54 por ciento de los varones. En la espirometría los mayores volúmenes y flujos se obtienen en el sexo masculino, entre los no fumadores y entre los que no refieren disnea. Discusión: La sintomatología respiratoria parece ser frecuente entre la población rural gallega entre 65 y 74 años. La prevalencia de tabaquismo es similar a otras comunidades de nuestro país, observándose un comportamiento distinto en poblaciones de otros países. El sexo masculino, la condición de no fumador y la ausencia de síntomas respiratorios parecen asociarse con mayores valores espirométricos (AU)


Subject(s)
Aged , Male , Female , Humans , Risk Factors , Spain , Tobacco Use Disorder , Spirometry , Geriatric Assessment , Pilot Projects , Respiratory Tract Diseases , Surveys and Questionnaires , Life Style , Lung , Respiratory Function Tests
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An Med Interna ; 19(2): 66-8, 2002 Feb.
Article in Spanish | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-11989099

ABSTRACT

OBJECTIVE: The aim of our work has been the study of CO diffusion capacity in mitral valve stenosis patients. METHOD: We have studied 15 control subjects and 15 patients with mitral valve stenosis. We performed spirometry study and CO pulmonary diffusion tests (DLCO) by single breath method to determine two components: pulmonary capillary blood volume (Vc) and membrane diffusion factor (Dm). In addition, in mitral valve stenosis patients we performed a ecocardiography-doppler study. RESULTS: The mitral valve stenosis group had higher values of DLCO and Vc and a lower ratio of Dm/Vc than the control group. There is a negative correlation between Vc and the mitral valve area (r = -0.63; p = 0.037). We do not find any another correlation between the rest of ecocardiography doppler parameters and lung function test variables that we have measured. We have not found any differences between both groups in Dm. CONCLUSIONS: Mitral valve stenosis patients present a increase of CO pulmonary diffusion capacity and pulmonary capillary blood volume without changes in membrane diffusion factor.


Subject(s)
Carbon Monoxide/metabolism , Mitral Valve Stenosis/physiopathology , Pulmonary Diffusing Capacity , Female , Humans , Male , Middle Aged , Mitral Valve Stenosis/metabolism
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An. med. interna (Madr., 1983) ; 19(3): 107-110, mar. 2002.
Article in Es | IBECS | ID: ibc-10466

ABSTRACT

No disponible


Subject(s)
Aged , Humans , Tuberculosis , Age Factors
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An. med. interna (Madr., 1983) ; 19(2): 66-68, feb. 2002.
Article in Es | IBECS | ID: ibc-10448

ABSTRACT

Objetivo: Estudiar la difusión pulmonar de monóxido de carbono en enfermos con estenosis mitral. Método: Se estudiaron 15 sujetos control y 15 pacientes con estenosis mitral. A todos ellos se les realizó una espirometría forzada y un test de difusión pulmonar con CO (DLCO) por el método de la respiración única con determinación del volumen sanguíneo capilar pulmonar (Vc) y del factor de difusión de membrana (Dm). Además, a los pacientes con estenosis mitral se les practicó un estudio ecocardiográfico-doppler. Resultados: Los pacientes con estenosis mitral presentaron un aumento de la DLCO y del Vc y una disminución de la relación Dm/Vc, estando el Vc relacionado inversamente con el área valvular mitral (r = -0,63; p = 0,037). No se observó correlación entre el resto de los parámetros cuantificados por ecocardiografia-doppler y los obtenidos en el estudio de función pulmonar. Tampoco se observaron diferencias entre ambos grupos en el factor de difusión de membrana. Conclusiones: Los pacientes con estenosis mitral presentan un incremento de la difusión pulmonar de monóxido de carbono y del volumen sanguíneo capilar pulmonar sin cambios en el factor de difusión de membrana (AU)


Objective: The aim of our work has been the study of CO diffusion capacity in mitral valve stenosis patients. Method: We have studied 15 control subjects and 15 patients with mitral valve stenosis. We performed spirometry study and CO pulmonary diffusion tests (DLCO) by single breath method to determine two components: pulmonary capillary blood volume (Vc) and membrane diffusion factor (Dm). In addition, in mitral valve stenosis patients we performed a ecocardiography-doppler study. Results: The mitral valve stenosis group had higher values of DLCO and Vc and a lower ratio of Dm/Vc than the control group. There is a negative correlation between Vc and the mitral valve area (r = -0.63; p = 0.037). We do not find any another correlation between the rest of ecocardiography doppler parameters and lung function test variables that we have measured. We have not found any differences between both groups in Dm. Conclusions: Mitral valve stenosis patients present a increase of CO pulmonary diffusion capacity and pulmonary capillary blood volumen without changes in membrane diffusion factor (AU)


Subject(s)
Middle Aged , Male , Female , Humans , Pulmonary Diffusing Capacity , Mitral Valve Stenosis , Carbon Monoxide
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An Med Interna ; 18(5): 274-9, 2001 May.
Article in Spanish | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-11496565

ABSTRACT

The sleep apnea syndrome is a common disease, recognised as a public health problem. Cardiovascular disease is the most frequent cause of morbidity and mortality in these patients, however the underlying mechanisms of this association have not been clearly established. In sleep apnea syndrome different phenomena can be produced which may explain the appearance of cardiovascular problems, such a progressive hypoxia in relationship with the apnea, the increases of intrathoracic pressure cause by the efforts of ventilation system against close upper airway and the modifications of the autonomic nervous system associated with the arousals. In addition, the hypoxia episodes and reoxygenation, which appear in the sleep apnea syndrome, may play a important role in the alteration of the balance between vasoconstriction and vasodilatation substances affecting the vascular homeostasis and conditioning endothelial dysfunction. On the other hand, the increasing of platelets aggregation and the decreased of fibrinolisis in this group of patients may cause vascular diseases.


Subject(s)
Cardiovascular Diseases/etiology , Sleep Apnea Syndromes/complications , Endothelium, Vascular/physiopathology , Humans
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An Med Interna ; 18(1): 20-3, 2001 Jan.
Article in Spanish | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-11387839

ABSTRACT

BACKGROUND: We report the epidemiological characteristics of tuberculosis(TB) in the area of Santiago de Compostela (Spain) between 1995 and 1998. METHODS: Inclusion criteria were: 1) microbiological and/or pathological diagnosis of TB in any specimen, and 2) consistent recent medical history of TB with reading > 5 mm to 2 TU PPD tuberculin test 48-72 hours after injection, and adenosine deaminase in pleural effusion > 47 IU/ml. RESULTS: 1,150 patients were included (685 males and 465 females), with mean of age (X) 38.9 years (19.8 SD), range 3 months-88 years. The number of cases was 307 during 1995 and 1996, 302 in 1997 and 213 in 1998. The incidence rate (per 100,000 habitants) was 78.3 in 1995 and 1996, 79.8 in 1997 and 61.9 in 1998. The incidence rate of meningitis was 1.8 in 1995, 1.3 in 1996, 1.05 in 1997 and 0.8 in 1998, with no meningitis in children under 5 years. Cases in association with VIH were 4.2% in 1995, 3.3 in 1996, 5.4 in 1997 and 3.2 in 1998. More of the 50% of cases in both genders were between 15 and 40 years old with another peak over 65 years. The ratio men/woman was 1.8 in 1995 and 1.4 in 1996, 1997 and 1998. CONCLUSIONS: The incidence of tuberculosis has diminished during the last year, but is too early to know the real tendency.


Subject(s)
Tuberculosis/epidemiology , Adolescent , Adult , Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Catchment Area, Health , Child , Child, Preschool , Female , Humans , Infant , Male , Middle Aged , Spain/epidemiology
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An. med. interna (Madr., 1983) ; 18(5): 274-279, mayo 2001.
Article in Es | IBECS | ID: ibc-8305

ABSTRACT

El síndrome de apnea del sueño (SAS) es una enfermedad frecuente, reconocida como un problema de salud pública. Las enfermedades cardiovasculares son la causa de morbimortalidad más importante en estos pacientes, sin embargo los mecanismos subyacentes de esta asociación no están claramente establecidos.Desde un punto de vista fisiopatológico en el SAS se producen diferentes fenómenos que pueden explicar la aparición de problemas cardiovasculares, tales como la hipoxia progresiva en relación con la apnea, los incrementos de la presión negativa intratorácica generada por los esfuerzos del sistema ventilatorio en contra de la vía aérea cerrada y las modificaciones en la actividad del sistema nervioso autónomo asociado con los microdespertares. Además, los episodios de hipoxia y reoxigenación existentes en el SAS pueden jugar un papel importante en la alteración del balance entre sustancias vasoconstrictoras y vasodilatadoras trastornando la hemostasis vascular y condicionando disfunción endotelial. Por otra parte, se ha descrito un incremento de la agregación plaquetaria y una disminución de la fibrinolisis en este grupo de pacientes, pudiendo ambos favorecer también la aparición de enfermedad vascular. (AU)


Subject(s)
Humans , Sleep Apnea Syndromes , Cardiovascular Diseases , Endothelium, Vascular
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An. med. interna (Madr., 1983) ; 18(1): 20-23, ene. 2001.
Article in Es | IBECS | ID: ibc-8254

ABSTRACT

Objetivo: Conocer los parámetros epidemiológicos entre 1995 y 1998 de la enfermedad tuberculosa (TB) en el Área Sanitaria de Santiago de Compostela.Método: Búsqueda activa y exhaustiva de los casos que reunían todos o cada uno siguientes criterios: a) hallazgos microbiológicos y/o patológicos diagnósticos de TB, en cualquier espécimen, b) pacientes menores de 35 años con historia clínica reciente compatible con TB con test de Mantoux con una induración >5 mm tras 48-72 horas de la inyec ción intradérmica de 2 TU PPD y adenosina deaminasa (ADA) en líquido pleural >47 IU/mL.Resultados: Hemos estudiado 1.150 pacientes (685 hombres y 465 mujeres), con edad media (X) de 38,9 (19,8 SD) años, con extremos de 3 meses y 88 años. El número de casos fue de 307 en los años 1995 y 1996, de 302 en 1997 y de 213 en 1998. La incidencia de la enfermedad por 100.000 habitantes (X/100.000H) fue de 78,3 en 1995 y 1996, de 79,8 en 1997 y de 61,9 en 1998, con una incidencia de formas contagiosas de 38,3 (X100.000H) en 1995, de 38,9 en 1996, de 37,2 en 1997 y de 21,9 en 1998. La tasa de meningitis tuberculosa fue de 1,8 (X100.000H) en 1995 y de 1,3 en 1996, 1,05 en 1997 y 0,8 en 1998, destacando que en tres últimos años no se declararon casos en niños menores de 5 años. En las formas de asociación con VIH la cifra fue de 4,2 por ciento en 1995, 3,3 por ciento en 1996, 5,4 por ciento en 1997 y de 3,2 por ciento en 1998. Estratificada la muestra por edades hemos objetivado que más del 50 por ciento de los casos en ambos sexos se encontraba entre los 15 y 40 años con otro aumento después de los 65 años.La proporción hombre/mujer (H/M) fue de 1,8 en 1995, de 1,4 en 1996, 1997 y 1998.Conclusiones: La incidencia de tuberculosis ha disminuido en el último año, aunque es demasiado pronto para saber cuál es la tendencia real. (AU)


Subject(s)
Middle Aged , Child , Child, Preschool , Adult , Adolescent , Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Male , Infant , Female , Humans , Spain , Tuberculosis , Catchment Area, Health
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An Med Interna ; 10(9): 427-32, 1993 Sep.
Article in Spanish | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-8218798

ABSTRACT

In order to assess the incidence of tuberculous disease in our health area, we reviewed the clinical records of patients from the three hospitals of the area under study during the years 1989, 1990 and 1991, who had positive bacilloscopy, positive Lowenstein's culture in any specimen and/or compatible anatomopathologic report. After excluding 26 patients because they belonged to other health areas, 885 patients remained in the study, out of which 251 (64% men and 36% women) were from the year 1989, 270 (64% men and 36% women) from the year 1990 and 364 (62% men and 38% women) from the year 1991. The mean age was 38.4 (SD 20.5). Fifty-one percent of the patients were between 20 and 35 years old. The rate of new cases was 65.87 per 100.000 population in 1989, 71.05 in 1990 and 95.53 in 1991. Seventy-four cases were HIV-positive (8%). Tuberculous meningitis was present in 12 patients. The highest mortality was 1.79 per 100.000 population in 1990. We conclude that tuberculosis presents a medium-high incidence in our health area.


Subject(s)
Tuberculosis, Pulmonary/epidemiology , Adolescent , Adult , Age Factors , Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Child , Child, Preschool , Female , Humans , Incidence , Infant , Male , Middle Aged , Sex Factors , Spain/epidemiology , Tuberculosis, Meningeal/epidemiology , Tuberculosis, Pulmonary/diagnosis , Tuberculosis, Pulmonary/mortality
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An Med Interna ; 6(2): 74-8, 1989 Feb.
Article in Spanish | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-2491076

ABSTRACT

The bronchodilator effects of inhaled fenoterol (FI) and salbutamol aerosol (S) in 15 patients (8 male and 7 female with a median age of 44 +/- 13 years), diagnosed as suffering from asthma, were studied using spirometry (determining FEV1, FEF 25-75% and FVC) and flow volume curves (PEF, MEF 75% and MEF 25%). The mean theroric rate of FEV1, PEF, MEF 75% was defined as the theoric rate of the obstruction of central airways (PCA%) and the mean of FVC, FEF 25-75% and MEF 25% rates defined as the rate of the theoric obstruction of the peripheral airways (PPA%). Basal and 5, 15, 30, 60, 120, 240, 360, 480 minute determinations were done, after the administration of 200 mcg of S in the conventional way on two different days. The statistic study carried out using the "u" test of Mann-Whytney. No statistically significant differences in intensity, onset nor duration of the effect between both drugs were found. We concluded that FI is a drug of great utility in treatment of asthmatic patients and one which allowed, because of the easy inhaling technique, the use of beta 2 adrenergic drugs in a mayor number of patients who would otherwise have to resort to an alternative form of administration.


Subject(s)
Albuterol/therapeutic use , Asthma/drug therapy , Fenoterol/therapeutic use , Administration, Inhalation , Adult , Aerosols , Aged , Albuterol/administration & dosage , Chronic Disease , Female , Fenoterol/administration & dosage , Humans , Male , Middle Aged
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Med Clin (Barc) ; 76(3): 121-4, 1981 Feb 10.
Article in Spanish | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-7206875

ABSTRACT

The cardioselective betablocking agent metoprolol was used to treat 21 outpatients with essential arterial hypertension graded 1 and 2 of the OMS scale. The treatment was given orally for a mean duration of nine weeks at doses of 100 mg/day for two weeks and 200 mg/day for the remaining time. The treatment caused a significant reduction of systolic and diastolic arterial pressure (p less than 0.001), both in the erect and the lying down position. The heart rate was also significantly reduced both in the lying down (p less than 0.01) and the erect (p less than 0.05) positions. Metoprolol was shown to be effective and well tolerated as an antihypertensive agent; the treatment had to be interrupted in a single case because of dizziness, tiredness and dullness.


Subject(s)
Hypertension/drug therapy , Metoprolol/therapeutic use , Propanolamines/therapeutic use , Adult , Female , Heart Rate/drug effects , Humans , Male , Metoprolol/adverse effects , Middle Aged , Posture
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