Kenneth Kee

Lung Diseases, A Simple Guide To The Condition, Diagnosis, Treatment And Related Conditions (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

This book describes Lung Diseases, Diagnosis and Treatment and Related Diseases
The lungs comprise a pair of air-filled organs situated on either side of the chest.
The windpipe brings inhaled air from the nose or mouth into the lungs through its tubular branches called bronchi.
The bronchi then separate into smaller and smaller branches (bronchioles) finally becoming microscopic.
The bronchioles eventually end in microscopic air sacs called alveoli.
In the alveoli the oxygen from the air inhaled is absorbed onto the red blood cells.
Carbon dioxide is a waste product of metabolism that is transported from the blood to the alveoli where it can be exhaled.
Between the alveoli is a thin layer of cells which contains blood vessels and cells that help support the alveoli.
The lungs are covered by a thin tissue layer (pleura) which also line the inside of the chest cavity.
A thin layer of fluid in the pleural cavity works as a lubricant allowing the lungs to move smoothly as they expand and contract with each breath.
When a person breathes in, the diaphragm and the muscles between the ribs contract and expand the chest cavity.
This expansion reduces the pressure in the chest cavity to less than the outside air pressure.
Air then enters through the airways from high pressure to low pressure and inflates the lungs.
When a person breathes out, the diaphragm and intercostal muscles relax and the chest cavity gets smaller.
The reduction in volume of the cavity raises the pressure in the chest cavity above the external air pressure.
Air from the lungs (high pressure) then passes out of the airways to the external air (low pressure).
The cycle then repeats with each breath.
Lung and diseases:
Diseases or disorders of the lung are classified mainly into 2 classes:
Diseases that affect the mechanics of breathing:
1.Asthma:
The bronchioles narrow due to allergy or irritants, reducing the size of the airways and the flow of air and making the respiratory muscles work harder.
2.Emphysema is another disease of the lungs where the elastin in the walls of the alveoli is damaged by an imbalance between the formation of neutrophil elastase and alpha-1-antitrypsin (due to genetics or reaction of a vital methionine residue with toxins such as cigarette smoke).
3.Bronchitis:
The airways become inflamed and constrict which reduce the flow of air and raises the work of the respiratory muscles
4.Pneumonia is an infection of the lung parenchyma which can be produced by both viruses and bacteria.
If this occurs to such a degree that the patient cannot draw enough oxygen from his or her environment to sustain cellular respiration, then the person may require supplemental oxygen.
5.Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is the severe inflammatory disorder of the lung that normally needs mechanical ventilation in an intensive care unit.
6.Pneumothorax:
Air pressure in the pleural cavity from trauma causes the lungs to collapse.
7.Lung cancer is a frequent form of cancer causing the unregulated growth of cells in the lung tissue.
Diseases that minimize or prevent gas exchange:
1.Pulmonary edema:
Fluid between the alveolus and pulmonary capillary accumulates which raises the distance over which gases must exchange and decreases the exchange.
2.Smoke inhalation:
Smoke particles cover the alveoli and stop the exchange of gases.
3.Carbon monoxide poisoning:
Carbon monoxide attaches to hemoglobin more tightly than either oxygen or carbon dioxide reducing the delivery of oxygen to the tissues of the body such as the brain, heart and muscles.
4.A work related lung disorder is caused by work injuring the lungs such as silicosis and Asbestosis

TABLE OF CONTENT
Introduction
Chapter 1 Lung Diseases
Chapter 2 Work Related Lung Diseases
Chapter 3 Pulmonary Fibrosis
Chapter 4 Chronic...

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kenneth Kee
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9780463239933
• Artikelnr.: 56141883

Autorenporträt

Dr. Kenneth Kee is a well-known medical doctor from Singapore who has been practicing medicine since 1972.
He graduated from the University of Singapore and furthered his studies with a Master of Science in Health Management in 1991, followed by a Ph.D. in Healthcare Administration in 1993.
Dr. Kee established Kee Clinic in 1974, located in the Holland Drive area of Singapore. The clinic has been a prominent feature of the community, offering general medical services for 5 decades.
Dr Kee also served his country Singapore as a national service police Inspector at night from 1975 to 1985 while working at his clinic during the day.
He had served as a police guard to the Woodland Petroleum Tanks at night during the Indonesian Confrontation period, took part in police rounds at night in the Beach Road area and taught First aid and emergency resuscitation to Police recruits.
He received the Singapore Police Bicentennial 2020 Medallion on 1st March 2024 as recognition for his work in the Singapore Police.
Even as he grew older, Dr. Kee continued to work actively in his clinic, although he eventually reduced his consultation hours.
Beyond his medical career, Dr. Kee is also an author.
He started writing about medical conditions in 2007, using blogs and other online platforms to share his knowledge with a broader audience.
Over time, he published various books, many of which provide simple and accessible guides to different health conditions.
His works include "A Family Doctor's Tale," "My Personal Singapore History," and numerous medical guides, available through platforms like Amazon.
His books often combine his personal experiences as a family doctor with insights into Singapore's healthcare system and history.
Dr. Kee has written extensively on health topics, contributing to both medical literature and general knowledge resources.

Dr. Kenneth Kee has written numerous books, primarily focused on health education and personal experiences as a family doctor. Some of his notable titles include:
"A Family Doctor's Tale"
This book is a blend of Dr. Kee's personal experiences and his reflections on being a family doctor in Singapore. It's a great choice if you're looking for a narrative that combines both medical knowledge and human stories.
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