To differentiate non-cardiogenic pulmonary edema from cardiogenic causes, there are a few areas that the CDI specialists and coders can look for in the documentation. Q: When is it appropriate to ...

Findings support current guidelines which recommend that morphine should be used with caution in the management of acute cardiogenic pulmonary oedema.

This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they ...

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It is important to seek medical attention immediately to figure out the exact cause of pulmonary oedema. The first step is generally providing oxygen to the patient through an oxygen mask or a nasal ...

The case is reported of a physically fit man, who, while training for a triathlon, developed pulmonary oedema secondary to swimming in cold water. Pulmonary oedema is usually caused by a combination ...