Comprehensive Therapy

, Volume 28, Issue 1, pp 7–14 | Cite as

Hemoptysis: Diagnosis and management

  • Roberta Lenner
  • Gregory J. Schilero
  • Marvin Lesser
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Abstract

Hemoptysis is a frightening and potentially life-threatening symptom. However, most cases can be approached effectively with conservative management. Bronchial artery embolization should be attempted when bleeding is refractory to medical therapy, and surgery may be needed in severe hemorrhage.

Keywords

Interstitial Lung Disease Bronchiectasis Bleeding Site Bronchial Artery Bronchogenic Carcinoma 
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Authors and Affiliations

  • Roberta Lenner
    • 1
    • 2
    • 3
  • Gregory J. Schilero
    • 4
    • 5
    • 6
  • Marvin Lesser
    • 7
    • 8
  1. 1.Intensive Care Unit Attending Physician, Pulmonary and Critical CareBronx VA Medical CenterBronx
  2. 2.Attending Physician, Pulmonary and Critical CareMount Sinai-New York University HealthNew York
  3. 3.The New York University-Mount Sinai School of MedicineNew York
  4. 4.Medical and Surgical Intensive Care Unit Attending Physician, Pulmonary and Critical CareThe Bronx VA Medical CenterBronx
  5. 5.Attending Physician, Pulmonary and Critical CareMount Sinai-New York University HealthNew York
  6. 6.The New York University-Mount Sinai School of MedicineNew York
  7. 7.Department of Pulmonary MedicineThe Bronx VA Medical CenterBronx
  8. 8.The New York University-Mount Sinai School of MedicineNew York

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