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Research paper thumbnail of Educazione sessuale a fumetti! Ancora Ed., 2009

Research paper thumbnail of Air cleaners can reduce the risk of allergic sensitization

Exposure to house-dust mite allergens is a factor in the development of allergic symptoms in atop... more Exposure to house-dust mite allergens is a factor in the development of allergic symptoms in atopic patients. Several measures can be proposed to control indoor allergen levels, inducing a clinical benefit. The use of an air cleaner is one simple way of achieving this goal. We conducted a simulation trial in a proper room, to verify the usefulness of a domestic cleaner, based on mechanical air filtration, to reduce the levels of environmental allergens. We checked the presence of mite components by different methods (Aclotest and Der p 1 ELISA), in dust recovered before and after using the air cleaner. Our results indicate that this approach could be useful in significantly lowering the levels of mite allergens.

Research paper thumbnail of Atlas lidského těla /

Chronologický přehled Terminologický slovník Pub. tvoří archy, složené na 4 nebo 8 stran

Research paper thumbnail of Atlas lidského těla

ABSTRACT Chronologický přehled Terminologický slovník Pub. tvoří archy, složené na 4 nebo 8 stran

Research paper thumbnail of Sputum color as a marker of acute bacterial exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

We analyzed 795 sputa from 315 patients (233 males, mean age 69.378.8 years, mean number of exace... more We analyzed 795 sputa from 315 patients (233 males, mean age 69.378.8 years, mean number of exacerbations 2.52/patient) with acute exacerbations of moderate-to-severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) (mean steady-state FEV 1 42.577.8% of predicted). 581/795 sputa were considered adequate. Sputum was analyzed by a quali-quantitative colorimetric scale allowing both color distinction and color degree of intensity. Quantitative culture was then performed (threshold: 410 6 CFU/mL). Samples were distinguished in mucoid (145) and purulent (436) sputa. Absence of bacterial growth was observed in 22% and 5% of mucoid and purulent sputa, respectively. Among mucoid sputa, Gram positive bacterial growth occurred more commonly compared to Gram negative and Pseudomonas aeruginosa/Enterobacteriaceae (56%, 24%, 20%, respectively). In purulent sputa, Gram positives were found in 38% of cases, Gram negatives in 38%, and P. aeruginosa/Enterobacteriaceae in 24%. We evaluated whether functional impairment (FEV 1) orientates as to the infectious etiology of exacerbations. Significant differences were observed in the distribution of pathogens. Gram negative and P. aeruginosa/Enterobacteriaceae were isolated more frequently in the sputum when FEV 1 was o35%. Our study indicates that purulent sputum is strongly associated with bacterial growth in COPD exacerbations. Deepening sputum color (from yellowish to brownish) was associated with increased yield of Gram negative and P. aeruginosa/Enterobacteriaceae.

Research paper thumbnail of Air cleaners can reduce the risk of allergic sensitization

Exposure to house-dust mite allergens is a factor in the development of allergic symptoms in atop... more Exposure to house-dust mite allergens is a factor in the development of allergic symptoms in atopic patients. Several measures can be proposed to control indoor allergen levels, inducing a clinical benefit. The use of an air cleaner is one simple way of achieving this goal. We conducted a simulation trial in a proper room, to verify the usefulness of a domestic cleaner, based on mechanical air filtration, to reduce the levels of environmental allergens. We checked the presence of mite components by different methods (Aclotest and Der p 1 ELISA), in dust recovered before and after using the air cleaner. Our results indicate that this approach could be useful in significantly lowering the levels of mite allergens.

Research paper thumbnail of Il grande atlante del corpo umano. Fabbri Ed. 2006

Research paper thumbnail of Atlas lidského těla /

Chronologický přehled Terminologický slovník Pub. tvoří archy, složené na 4 nebo 8 stran

Research paper thumbnail of Educazione sessuale a fumetti! Ancora Ed., 2009

Research paper thumbnail of Sputum color as a marker of acute bacterial exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Respiratory Medicine, 2005

We analyzed 795 sputa from 315 patients (233 males, mean age 69.378.8 years, mean number of exace... more We analyzed 795 sputa from 315 patients (233 males, mean age 69.378.8 years, mean number of exacerbations 2.52/patient) with acute exacerbations of moderate-to-severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) (mean steady-state FEV 1 42.577.8% of predicted). 581/795 sputa were considered adequate. Sputum was analyzed by a quali-quantitative colorimetric scale allowing both color distinction and color degree of intensity. Quantitative culture was then performed (threshold: 410 6 CFU/mL). Samples were distinguished in mucoid (145) and purulent (436) sputa. Absence of bacterial growth was observed in 22% and 5% of mucoid and purulent sputa, respectively. Among mucoid sputa, Gram positive bacterial growth occurred more commonly compared to Gram negative and Pseudomonas aeruginosa/Enterobacteriaceae (56%, 24%, 20%, respectively). In purulent sputa, Gram positives were found in 38% of cases, Gram negatives in 38%, and P. aeruginosa/Enterobacteriaceae in 24%. We evaluated whether functional impairment (FEV 1) orientates as to the infectious etiology of exacerbations. Significant differences were observed in the distribution of pathogens. Gram negative and P. aeruginosa/Enterobacteriaceae were isolated more frequently in the sputum when FEV 1 was o35%. Our study indicates that purulent sputum is strongly associated with bacterial growth in COPD exacerbations. Deepening sputum color (from yellowish to brownish) was associated with increased yield of Gram negative and P. aeruginosa/Enterobacteriaceae.

Research paper thumbnail of High altitude exposure reduces bronchial responsiveness to hypo-osmolar aerosol in lowland asthmatics

European Respiratory Journal, 1995

Research paper thumbnail of Air cleaners can reduce the risk of allergic sensitization

Aerobiologia, 1997

Exposure to house-dust mite allergens is a factor in the development of allergic symptoms in atop... more Exposure to house-dust mite allergens is a factor in the development of allergic symptoms in atopic patients. Several measures can be proposed to control indoor allergen levels, inducing a clinical benefit. The use of an air cleaner is one simple way of achieving ...

Research paper thumbnail of Educazione sessuale a fumetti! Ancora Ed., 2009

Research paper thumbnail of Air cleaners can reduce the risk of allergic sensitization

Exposure to house-dust mite allergens is a factor in the development of allergic symptoms in atop... more Exposure to house-dust mite allergens is a factor in the development of allergic symptoms in atopic patients. Several measures can be proposed to control indoor allergen levels, inducing a clinical benefit. The use of an air cleaner is one simple way of achieving this goal. We conducted a simulation trial in a proper room, to verify the usefulness of a domestic cleaner, based on mechanical air filtration, to reduce the levels of environmental allergens. We checked the presence of mite components by different methods (Aclotest and Der p 1 ELISA), in dust recovered before and after using the air cleaner. Our results indicate that this approach could be useful in significantly lowering the levels of mite allergens.

Research paper thumbnail of Atlas lidského těla /

Chronologický přehled Terminologický slovník Pub. tvoří archy, složené na 4 nebo 8 stran

Research paper thumbnail of Atlas lidského těla

ABSTRACT Chronologický přehled Terminologický slovník Pub. tvoří archy, složené na 4 nebo 8 stran

Research paper thumbnail of Sputum color as a marker of acute bacterial exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

We analyzed 795 sputa from 315 patients (233 males, mean age 69.378.8 years, mean number of exace... more We analyzed 795 sputa from 315 patients (233 males, mean age 69.378.8 years, mean number of exacerbations 2.52/patient) with acute exacerbations of moderate-to-severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) (mean steady-state FEV 1 42.577.8% of predicted). 581/795 sputa were considered adequate. Sputum was analyzed by a quali-quantitative colorimetric scale allowing both color distinction and color degree of intensity. Quantitative culture was then performed (threshold: 410 6 CFU/mL). Samples were distinguished in mucoid (145) and purulent (436) sputa. Absence of bacterial growth was observed in 22% and 5% of mucoid and purulent sputa, respectively. Among mucoid sputa, Gram positive bacterial growth occurred more commonly compared to Gram negative and Pseudomonas aeruginosa/Enterobacteriaceae (56%, 24%, 20%, respectively). In purulent sputa, Gram positives were found in 38% of cases, Gram negatives in 38%, and P. aeruginosa/Enterobacteriaceae in 24%. We evaluated whether functional impairment (FEV 1) orientates as to the infectious etiology of exacerbations. Significant differences were observed in the distribution of pathogens. Gram negative and P. aeruginosa/Enterobacteriaceae were isolated more frequently in the sputum when FEV 1 was o35%. Our study indicates that purulent sputum is strongly associated with bacterial growth in COPD exacerbations. Deepening sputum color (from yellowish to brownish) was associated with increased yield of Gram negative and P. aeruginosa/Enterobacteriaceae.

Research paper thumbnail of Air cleaners can reduce the risk of allergic sensitization

Exposure to house-dust mite allergens is a factor in the development of allergic symptoms in atop... more Exposure to house-dust mite allergens is a factor in the development of allergic symptoms in atopic patients. Several measures can be proposed to control indoor allergen levels, inducing a clinical benefit. The use of an air cleaner is one simple way of achieving this goal. We conducted a simulation trial in a proper room, to verify the usefulness of a domestic cleaner, based on mechanical air filtration, to reduce the levels of environmental allergens. We checked the presence of mite components by different methods (Aclotest and Der p 1 ELISA), in dust recovered before and after using the air cleaner. Our results indicate that this approach could be useful in significantly lowering the levels of mite allergens.

Research paper thumbnail of Il grande atlante del corpo umano. Fabbri Ed. 2006

Research paper thumbnail of Atlas lidského těla /

Chronologický přehled Terminologický slovník Pub. tvoří archy, složené na 4 nebo 8 stran

Research paper thumbnail of Educazione sessuale a fumetti! Ancora Ed., 2009

Research paper thumbnail of Sputum color as a marker of acute bacterial exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Respiratory Medicine, 2005

We analyzed 795 sputa from 315 patients (233 males, mean age 69.378.8 years, mean number of exace... more We analyzed 795 sputa from 315 patients (233 males, mean age 69.378.8 years, mean number of exacerbations 2.52/patient) with acute exacerbations of moderate-to-severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) (mean steady-state FEV 1 42.577.8% of predicted). 581/795 sputa were considered adequate. Sputum was analyzed by a quali-quantitative colorimetric scale allowing both color distinction and color degree of intensity. Quantitative culture was then performed (threshold: 410 6 CFU/mL). Samples were distinguished in mucoid (145) and purulent (436) sputa. Absence of bacterial growth was observed in 22% and 5% of mucoid and purulent sputa, respectively. Among mucoid sputa, Gram positive bacterial growth occurred more commonly compared to Gram negative and Pseudomonas aeruginosa/Enterobacteriaceae (56%, 24%, 20%, respectively). In purulent sputa, Gram positives were found in 38% of cases, Gram negatives in 38%, and P. aeruginosa/Enterobacteriaceae in 24%. We evaluated whether functional impairment (FEV 1) orientates as to the infectious etiology of exacerbations. Significant differences were observed in the distribution of pathogens. Gram negative and P. aeruginosa/Enterobacteriaceae were isolated more frequently in the sputum when FEV 1 was o35%. Our study indicates that purulent sputum is strongly associated with bacterial growth in COPD exacerbations. Deepening sputum color (from yellowish to brownish) was associated with increased yield of Gram negative and P. aeruginosa/Enterobacteriaceae.

Research paper thumbnail of High altitude exposure reduces bronchial responsiveness to hypo-osmolar aerosol in lowland asthmatics

European Respiratory Journal, 1995

Research paper thumbnail of Air cleaners can reduce the risk of allergic sensitization

Aerobiologia, 1997

Exposure to house-dust mite allergens is a factor in the development of allergic symptoms in atop... more Exposure to house-dust mite allergens is a factor in the development of allergic symptoms in atopic patients. Several measures can be proposed to control indoor allergen levels, inducing a clinical benefit. The use of an air cleaner is one simple way of achieving ...