CHEST Physician
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AI applications in pediatric pulmonary, sleep, and critical care medicine
Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to the science and engineering of making intelligent machines that mimic human cognitive functions, such as learning and problem solving.1AI tools are being increasingly utilized in […]
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Revival of the aspiration vs chest tube debate for PSP
Considerable heterogeneity exists in the management of primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP). American and European guidelines have been grappling with this question for decades: What is the best way to manage […]
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Advocating for diversity in medical education
Earlier this year, Representative Greg Murphy, MD, along with several cosponsors, introduced H.R. 7725, the Embracing Anti-Discrimination, Unbiased Curricula, and Advancing Truth in Education (EDUCATE) Act. If enacted, the EDUCATE […]
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Top reads from the CHEST journal portfolio – October 2024
Explore articles on PAP adherence, plasma biomarkers in ARDS, and airways disorders hospitalizations during wildfire season
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Pseudomonas infection in patients with noncystic fibrosis bronchiectasis
Pseudomonas aeruginosa is a clinically important organism that infects patients with noncystic fibrosis bronchiectasis (NCFB). In the United States, the estimated prevalence of NCFB is 213 per 100,000 across all […]
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Prediction models in sepsis
Early recognition is the linchpin of sepsis management, as mortality from sepsis increases by 4% to 9% for every hour that diagnosis and treatment are delayed.1 2 Artificial intelligence (AI) […]
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The gas stove: Friend or foe?
The kitchen is considered the heart of the home, but recent discoveries have raised concerns about whether this beloved space might also pose hidden health risks. Gas stoves, present in […]
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Sleep and athletic performance
Considering the recent Olympics, it is timely to review the importance of sleep for optimal athletic performance. When surveyed, 20% to 50% of athletes report poor or insufficient sleep, with […]
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Lung ultrasound: An indispensable yet underutilized tool
An assessment using bedside thoracic ultrasound (TUS) improves diagnostic evaluation and therapeutic management in critically ill patients without undue risk. With changes in diagnosis occurring in 23% of cases and […]
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CHEST releases new guideline on management of central airway obstruction
CHEST recently released a new clinical guideline on central airway obstruction (CAO). Published in the journal CHEST®, the guideline contains 12 evidence-based recommendations to guide the management of both malignant […]
