Hemoptysis after batroxobin infusion using a fiberoptic bronchoscope.
1991
N M Bhambure, and
N Y Abhyankar, and
Y Gandhi, and
A C Shah, and
Y S Patel, and
S N Deshmukh
UI
MeSH Term
Description
Entries
D012103
Batroxobin
A proteolytic enzyme obtained from the venom of fer-de-lance (BOTHROPS ATROX). It is used as a plasma clotting agent for fibrinogen and for the detection of fibrinogen degradation products. The presence of heparin does not interfere with the clotting test. Hemocoagulase is a mixture containing batroxobin and factor X activator. EC 3.4.21.-.
Expectoration or spitting of blood originating from any part of the RESPIRATORY TRACT, usually from hemorrhage in the lung parenchyma (PULMONARY ALVEOLI) and the BRONCHIAL ARTERIES.
Hemoptyses
D006801
Humans
Members of the species Homo sapiens.
Homo sapiens,Man (Taxonomy),Human,Man, Modern,Modern Man
D000328
Adult
A person having attained full growth or maturity. Adults are of 19 through 44 years of age. For a person between 19 and 24 years of age, YOUNG ADULT is available.
Adults
D020680
Bronchoscopes
Endoscopes for the visualization of the interior of the bronchi.
Bronchoscope
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