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Management of life-threatening hemoptysis in the ICU

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Hemoptysis, the coughing up of blood from the respiratory tract, is a challenging condition to manage. The initial focus should be on stabilizing the airway and hemodynamics. Bronchoscopy is commonly used for diagnosing and treating hemoptysis. Topical therapies and instilling medications into the affected lung segment can help control bleeding. Computed tomography (CT) imaging is valuable for identifying bleeding locations. Endobronchial blockers and balloon tamponade can temporarily stop bleeding. Embolization and surgical interventions are also options. A multidisciplinary approach is crucial for managing hemoptysis effectively.

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Curriculum Category Pulmonary Disease in Critical Care

Keywords

Hemoptysis

coughing up blood

respiratory tract

airway

hemodynamics

bronchoscopy

bleeding control

CT imaging

endobronchial blockers

surgical interventions