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  • Title: [Intensive plasmapheresis in the treatment of acute pneumonia].
    Author: Fil'ko VN, Gorodetskiĭ VM, Gorshkov MP, Kardanova NK, Martynov SV.
    Journal: Ter Arkh; 1986; 58(9):122-3. PubMed ID: 3787482.
    Abstract:
    Modern drug therapy failed to reduce the number of unfavourable outcomes in acute pneumonia. Therefore study of the host responsiveness which plays a crucial role in the course and outcome of pneumonia is showing promise. Disturbed homeostasis, endogenous intoxication, bacteremia and, as a consequence, secondary immunodeficiency make it necessary to look for new treatment methods. The authors suggest the use of plasmapheresis in combined therapy of acute pneumonia running its course in association with pronounced intoxication because of deranged immunity. In emergency cases, the use of intermittent plasmapheresis that requires minimal time for preparation and unsophisticated equipment appears the most acceptable.
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