Remote risk-stratification of dyspnoea in acute respiratory disorders: a systematic review of the literature

Background Telephone and video-based triage of dyspnoea has become commonplace and clinicians are faced with a new challenge in risk stratification of patients with dyspnoea due to suspected COVID-19. This review aimed to identify existing remote assessment modalities for acute dyspnoea which can be applied during pandemics.

Respiratory dysfunction in Parkinson’s disease

Respiratory dysfunction has been associated with Parkinson’s disease since it was first described in 1817. The respiratory symptoms observed in Parkinson’s disease patients vary greatly. Most patients remain asymptomatic, whereas others present with acute shortness of breath and even stridor.

In August 2016, an electronic literature search was conducted using PubMed and Google Scholar. Results were screened and studies reporting on respiratory dysfunction associated with Parkinson’s disease were included.

Palliative care in your hospital

This thought-provoking symposium explored some of the issues related to the provision of palliative care within hospital settings. Session one focused on difficult symptoms – neuropathic pain, dyspnoea and malignant bone pain – and the new techniques and science that inform their management. The theme of delivering targeted, individual care was developed through the sessions, and the challenges of providing equitable, effective care were repeatedly highlighted.