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Cardiopulmonary resuscitation preferences among health professionals in Singapore

Joseph Varon, Zaida Bisbal, Blanca Vargas, Robert E. Fromm, Jr., Dessmon YH Tai

Introduction: Attitudes and preferences for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) among healthcare providers are varied among individuals and across countries. The…

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Surfactant protein-D and polymorphonuclear leukocyte elastase concentrations in patients with septic acute respiratory distress syndrome

Hajime Nakae, Shigeatsu Endo, Nobuhiro Sato, Hajimu Abe, Satoko Imai, Go Wakabayashi, Michihiko Kitamura

Abstract Purpose: Inhibition of surfactant activities by the protein in pulmonary edematous fluid plays a role in the occurrence…

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The Psychological impact of SARS on health care providers

Kwek Seow Khee, Low Bee Lee, Ong Thiew Chai, Chan Keen Loong, Chew Wuen Ming, Tang Hui Kheng

Abstract The Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) triggered a devastating and deadly outbreak in Singapore. The impact that this…

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Evaluation of Peripheral Circulation in Critically Ill Patients by Pulsed Doppler Ultrasonography

Shunji Kasaoka, Yoshikatsu Kawamura, Takeshi Inoue, Ryosuke Tsuruta, Daikai Sadamitsu, Tsuyoshi Maekawa

Abstract Object: Because critically ill patients often have peripheral circulatory disturbance, it is very important to evaluate the status…