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| | Structure and Function of the Respiratory Tract in Dogs - PetPlace.com |
 | | The respiratory system begins at the nostrils, involves several structures of the head, continues down the neck and ends at the lungs that lie in the chest cavity. | | | Besides breathing, the respiratory tract serves other important roles, such as the humidification and warming of air before it enters the body, the trapping and expelling of foreign substances, facilitation of the sense of smell, and the production of vocal sounds (e.g. | | | The respiratory tract is a large, contiguous system comprised of several structures. |
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| | Bird Respiratory System |
| | The appendicocostalis and external oblique muscles are respiratory muscles, being active during inspiration and expiration, respectively. | | | The Avian Respiratory System: A Unique Model for Studies of Respiratory Toxicosis and for Monitoring Air Quality. | | | The external intercostal muscles demonstrated no respiratory activity, being active only during running, suggesting they play some role in trunk stabilisation. |
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| | The respiratory bovine coronavirus had not been considered a factor in shipping-fever pneumonia prior to this discovery, said Dr. Johannes Storz of the LSU School of Veterinary Medicine. | | | His research has also defined the components of the respiratory coronavirus, a process that is necessary to produce an effective vaccine. | | | Infectious diseases are a continuous threat to humans and animals alike. |
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http://appl003.lsu.edu/unv002.nsf/8c84e04d068ce275862564920058523e/797909d22ddc7de386256a4c006d2dd1?OpenDocument
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| | CDC - Respiratory Tract Reinfections by the New Human Metapneumovirus in an Immunocompromised Child |
| | In the next weeks, however, the patient’s clinical condition deteriorated, with development of bilateral pneumonitis and respiratory failure and ultimately death. | | | Respiratory Tract Reinfections by the New Human Metapneumovirus in an Immunocompromised Child | | | CDC - Respiratory Tract Reinfections by the New Human Metapneumovirus in an Immunocompromised Child |
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| | Respiratory Tract Diseases |
| | The Association for Respiratory Technology and Physiology (ARTP) is a professional organisation for practitioners working in clinical respiratory physiology and technology in the UK. | | | It provides practical resources for respiratory professionals working in community settings across the world, and for patients who want to know more about medical management of respiratory conditions. | | | The National Respiratory Training Centre (NRTC) is an independent education and research centre for health professionals. |
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| | Upper Respiratory Tract Infections |
| | This must be explained to all patients, with emphasis that the gains of vaccination clearly outweigh its potential risks and that respiratory illnesses caused by other infectious organisms would not be prevented by the vaccine. | | | Generalized lymphadenopathy associated with sore throat, fever, and rash should raise the possibility of a systemic viral infection, such as Epstein-Barr virus, cytomegalovirus, or human immunodeficiency virus. | | | Poole MD. A focus on acute sinusitis in adults: changes in disease management. |
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http://www.clevelandclinicmeded.com/diseasemanagement/infectiousdisease/urti/urti.htm
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| | Lungs and Respiratory System |
| | In exhalation, the diaphragm moves upward and the chest wall muscles relax, causing the chest cavity to contract. | | | And even if the air we breathe is dirty or polluted, our respiratory system can defend itself against foreign matter and organisms that enter through the nose and mouth. | | | All of this breathing couldn't happen without help from the respiratory system, which includes the nose, throat, voice box, windpipe, and lungs. |
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http://kidshealth.org/parent/general/body_basics/lungs.html
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| | Topics on Respiratory Tract Infections |
| | Reduced respiratory movements and pleural rub on the affected side. | | | These changes may be of cardiac origin or respiratory origin. | | | Practitioners should be aware of underlying psychosocial influence in-patients presenting with sore throat. |
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http://www.pakjfm.com/archives/jun2000
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| | The MSDS HyperGlossary: Respiratory System |
| | Always read the MSDS to determine the safe working limits (PEL and TWA values) and to see what kind of personal protective equipment (PPE) is suggested. | | | Your body uses this system to take in oxygen from the air and expel carbon dioxide. | | | OSHA's Respiratory Protection Advisor Home Page with all kinds of links, training, tips, information and more. |
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http://www.ilpi.com/msds/ref/respiratory.html
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| | Medmicro Chapter 93 |
| | Antibacterial therapy should be directed at H influenzae. | | | The clinical course can be fulminant and fatal. | | | All of these organisms show seasonal variations in incidence. |
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http://gsbs.utmb.edu/microbook/ch093.htm
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| | Recurrent Acute Respiratory Tract Infections in Areas With High Nitrate Concentrations in Drinking Water |
| | Environmental Health Perspectives (EHP) is a monthly journal of peer-reviewed research and news on the impact of the environment on human health. | | | Considering the significant cause-effect relationship suggested by observations of humans and the observations of animal studies (6-8), the following possible pathophysiology of a causal relationship of recurrent respiratory infection and high nitrate ingestion in drinking water has been proposed. | | | The suggested pathophysiology also explains the changes observed in an animal study (8). |
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| | CHEST: Fast Facts: Respiratory Tract Infection, Second Edition |
| | Respiratory Tract Infection is small in size, concise, and its layout is practical, such that physicians, nurses, and medical students will find the information easily accessible. | | | The information provided bridges the gap between theory and patient care while maintaining an excellent focus on etiologic pathogens and therapy. | | | However, it serves as a guide to current clinical practice, and deals with newly described respiratory- pathogens, emerging antibiotic resistance, difficulty in reaching a rapid diagnosis so as to guide treatment, and the high morbidity and mortality associated with improper selection of therapy. |
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http://www.findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m0984/is_2_127/ai_n11852133
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| | Lab 15: Respiratory Tract, Lungs |
| | Begin your study of the respiratory system by viewing the soft palate (s46). | | | These capillaries anastomose in the walls of the alveoli fed by the respective respiratory bronchiole. | | | Interestingly, these cells do not readily leave the system and can remain for the life of the critter (or person) such that the entire lung can be quite discolored at death if the critter (or person) inhaled undigestible particulates (as in smokers) during its (or the persons) lifetime. |
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http://anatomy.iupui.edu/courses/histo_D502/D502f04/Labs.f04/Lab15/Lab.15.respir.f04.html
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| | Respiratory tract - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia |
| | In humans the respiratory tract is the part of the anatomy that has to do with the process of respiration or breathing. | | | Upper respiratory tract infections are probably the most common infections in the world. | | | Most of the respiratory tract exists merely as a piping system for air to travel in the lungs; alveoli are the only part of the lung that exchanges oxygen and carbon dioxide with the blood. |
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| | Respiratory Tract Diseases |
| | Patients and laypersons looking for guidance among the target sources of this collection of links are strongly advised to review the information retrieved with their professional health care provider. | | | Interactive Respiratory Physiology - Johns Hopkins U. PCCU - Pulmonary and Critical Care Update (lessons) - Am Coll of Chest Physicians (US) | | | Organization of the Respiratory System [sample chapter; WF Boron] - Medical Physiology |
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| | Spotlight 5: Respiratory Infections |
| | Curiously enough, a synthesis of research reveals no evidence that excluding sick children from a child care center reduces the incidence of acute respiratory disease. | | | A survey of current literature reveals no published data describing a successful intervention to reduce the risk of upper respiratory diseases in child care centers. | | | One strategy for future research in the control of respiratory tract infections in child care would be to increase the individual child's immunity to the most important respiratory agents. |
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http://www.fpg.unc.edu/~ncedl/pages/spotlt5.cfm
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| | Reference Library - Upper Respiratory Tract Problems in Birds |
| | Upper Respiratory problems in birds is a commonly seen problem in the veterinarian's office. | | | This is why it is imperative as a bird owner to note any changes in routine behavior and any nuance of change in health status. | | | Prognosis (how well the animal will do with treatment) also depends on the underlying cause, the duration of the illness, the severity of the illness, and upon the response to treatment. |
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| | Respiratory Tract Infections |
| | This production focuses on infectious respiratory diseases: what they are, and how they’re spread. | | | It gives you practical information on ways to reduce their spread, and instruction on how to use personal protective equipment. | | | A chest infection is an infection that affects your lungs, either in the larger airways (bronchitis) or in the smaller air sacs (pneumonia). |
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http://www.healthinsite.gov.au/topics/Respiratory_Tract_Infections
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| | Upper Respiratory Tract Infections - PetPlace.com |
| | Some diagnostic tests might prove helpful, however, such as nasal or throat swabs, blood tests to determine the overall health of the cat, and chest x-rays to detect pneumonia. | | | This kitten has severe conjunctivitis associated with systemic rhinotracheitis infection. | | | Since most upper respiratory infections are viral, there are no drugs available to kill these viruses so treatment is aimed at treating the symptoms and maintaining your cat’s overall health to bolster the immune system and help speed recovery. |
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http://www.petplace.com/cats/upper-respiratory-tract-infections/page1.aspx
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| | Natural Products Industry Insider - Vitamin E Beneficial for Respiratory Tract Infections in Elderly |
| | When common colds were analyzed in a post hoc subgroup analysis, the vitamin E group had a lower incidence of common cold (66 percent versus 83 percent per person, per year) and fewer participants in the vitamin E group acquired one or more colds (46 percent versus 57 percent). | | | The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) issued a statement regarding the study, noting it further illuminates the importance of good nutrition in supporting immune function. | | | The incidence of respiratory tract infections, number of persons and number of days with respiratory tract infections (upper and lower), and number of new antibiotic prescriptions for respiratory tract infections were studied. |
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| | NGC - NGC Summary |
| | Note: Sputum culture, chest x-ray and blood tests for C-reactive protein are not recommended for this condition. | | | C: Consider the individual patient’s needs and the availability of support at home. | | | B: General practitioners should give non-pneumonic lower respiratory tract infection (LRTI) patients written information to help explain the illness, to explain the decision not to prescribe an antibiotic, and to reduce reconsultation rates. |
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| | Introduction to Upper Respiratory Tract Infections |
| | The adenoids and tonsils are lymphoid organs in the upper respiratory tract that are quite important in developing an immune response to pathogens. | | | Before a respiratory disease can be established, the following conditions need to be met. | | | The respiratory tract is the most common site for infection by pathogens. |
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http://www.kcom.edu/faculty/chamberlain/Website/lectures/lecture/introurt.htm
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| | Respiratory Tract |
| | Both the oropharynx and laryngopharynx are digestive and respiratory pathways. | | | The respiratory tract (or system) is a complex arrangement of organs and tissues. | | | The geometry of the respiratory tract differs among different individuals. |
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| | Respiratory Syncytial Virus |
| | There they can receive specialized respiratory therapy, including humidified oxygen and medicines to open up their breathing passages. | | | Younger children, especially infants, who have severe RSV pneumonia or bronchiolitis may need to be treated in a hospital. | | | Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a major cause of respiratory illness in young children. |
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| | National Cancer Institute - Dictionary of Cancer Terms |
| | Treatment with anticancer drugs directed to a specific area of the body. | | | A drug used to treat respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection in the lungs. | | | A virus that causes respiratory infections with cold-like symptoms. |
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| | Respiratory Tract Infections: Viral Infections: Merck Manual Home Edition |
| | X-rays of the neck and chest may be taken in children who have difficulty breathing, stridor, wheezing, or audible lung congestion. | | | In children with asthma, respiratory tract infections often lead to an asthma attack. | | | Doctors and parents recognize respiratory tract infections by their typical symptoms. |
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| | Respiratory Tract Infection in Reptiles |
| | If the reptile does not respond to environmental correction and the antibiotic therapy, a culture and sensitivity should be done to determine exactly what the organism(s) is and the best antibiotic to combat it. | | | Other situations and conditions that may cause symptoms similar to respiratory infections are inclusion body disease in boas and pythons and ingestion of toxic substances - both of which require veterinary diagnosis and, in the latter case, intervention. | | | Respiratory infections in snakes are especially dangerous in those snakes who have only one functioning lung (colubrids, etc.). |
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| | CTTC - Upper Respiratory Tract Disease - An Update by Grace S. McLaughlin |
| | The mucosal and olfactory epithelia are damaged, possibly leading to loss of olfactory capabilities, and affecting various behaviors, such as foraging and social interaction. | | | Both herpesviruses, which have been isolated, and iridoviruses have been associated with respiratory disease in European tortoises. | | | However, those diseases are also characterized by necrotic lesions in the mouth, and involvement of numerous organ systems. |
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| | Normal Breathing and the Respiratory Tract |
| | There are four sets of muscles that control the respiratory system. | | | However, just as the injury affects the nerves that control the muscles of the arms and legs, it also affects the nerves that activate the muscles used for breathing. | | | The purpose of the respiratory system is to supply oxygen to body tissues and to remove carbon dioxide, which is a waste product, from the body tissues. |
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| | MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Respiratory |
| | Previously reviewed by David A. Kaufman, M.D., Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. | | | The words "respiratory" and "respiration" refer to the lungs and breathing. |
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| | MADAUS |
| | In many instances, "nature's medicine chest" provides gently acting and well tolerated medicines which will bring rapid recovery. | | | A common reason for colds and other upper respiratory tract infections is weakening of the immune system, but its strength can be restored by targeted "training". | | | To protect the respiratory tract it is therefore necessary to build up a holistic immune defence against viruses, bacteria and fungi. |
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| | Upper Respiratory Tract Infection |
| | This information has been designed as a comprehensive and quick reference guide written by our health care reviewers. | | | The common cold has symptoms ranging from sneezing, coughing, and runny nose, to congestion, headache, and sore throat. | | | Over-the-counter cold, flu, and sinus remedies and pain relievers may provide temporary relief from symptoms, but do not shorten the duration of the infection. |
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| | Lower Respiratory Tract Infections - Experts promote earlier use of more potent antibiotics |
| | The symposium, “Antibiotic Therapy: Short- and Long-Term Outcomes in LRTI” was held from 1715h to 1915h on Monday, 19 September, in Auditorium 12 of Bella Center in Copenhagen, Denmark and was supported by an educational grant from Bayer HealthCare. | | | The panel examined different strategies for the treatment of acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis (AECB) and community acquired pneumonia (CAP), reviewed the existing treatment guidelines for these infections and also summarised new data from recent clinical trials of moxifloxacin (Avelox®), Bayer's respiratory fluoroquinolone antibiotic for the treatment of respiratory tract infections. | | | They concluded that new clinical data means it is now necessary to revisit some of the prescribing recommendations set out in current LRTI treatment guidelines and consider the earlier use of more potent antibiotics. |
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| | eMedicine - Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection : Article by Leonard R Krilov, MD |
| | eMedicine - Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection : Article by Leonard R Krilov, MD Home | | | Additionally, bronchodilator therapy with beta-agonists frequently is used, although data on their benefit in this condition are conflicting. | | | At least 1 subset of patients with RSV LRT appears to benefit from such therapy, and a trial may be reasonable, with monitoring for effect on respiratory rate, pulse, and oxygenation. |
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| | Upper respiratory tract infection - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia |
| | Influenza is a more systemic illness which can also involve the upper respiratory tract and should be recognized as distinct from other causes of URI. | | | Health care providers generally try to educate their patients about the self-limited nature of most URIs and the hazards of inappropriate use of antibiotics for the individual patient and the community. | | | Lecture on Upper respiratory tract infection from Infectious Diseases, Medical Microbiology, by Neal Chamberlain, PhD., Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, Missouri, USA |
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| | VIRAL RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS |
| | Isolation of a paramyxovirus from a patient is strong evidence for a cause of a respiratory infection. | | | Paraflu's have also been isolated from patients with pneumonia. | | | An important concept is that a wide variety of respiratory pathogens may cause one clinical syndrome and, vice versa, any one pathogen may cause a wide range of clinical diseases - see diagram attached, followed by a list of the main respiratory viruses. |
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| | RSV Info Center |
| | However, this does not exclude the patient from being classified as "severely infected" and patients with underlying illness or disease states should be considered for early treatment with an antiviral agent. | | | RSV bronchiolitis is one of the severe illnesses caused by RSV and is associated with clinical signs and symptoms of small airway obstruction. | | | RSV affects the upper and lower respiratory tracts, but is most prevalent in lower respiratory illnesses such as pneumonia and bronchiolitis. |
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| | Respiratory Tract Diseases |
| | Respiratory disease is a term that is used to describe a number of problems that affect the organs of the respiratory system. | | | Links to resources about respiratory conditions that are common in childhood, such as croup, bronchiolitis and asthma. | | | Links to information about respiratory tract diseases which include asthma, respiratory tract infections, lung diseases, breathing disorders and nose diseases. |
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| | PM Effects on the Human Respiratory Tract |
| | In 1994, acute respiratory conditions affected 80% of the population | | | For example, changes in the respiratory tract may have a cascading effect on cardiac function. | | | PM is thought to alter the prevalence of death due to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and cardiac disease. |
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