BackgroundThis paper is aimed to (i) develop an innovative classification of COPD, multi-dimensional phenotype, based on a multidimensional assessment; (ii) describe the identified multi-dimensional phenotypes.MethodsAn exploratory factor analysis to identify the main classificatory variables and, then, a cluster analysis based on these variables w
Abstract Background Intravascular fasciitis (IVF) is a rare benign condition characterised by reactive Weight Plate Pin myofibroblastic proliferation arising from the superficial or deep fascia and involving arteries and/or veins.It is a distinct variant of the more common condition of nodular fasciitis, which possesses similar clinical and histolo
Patient-ventilator synchrony is a major concern in critical care and is influenced by phasic lung-volume feedback control of the respiratory rhythm.Routine clinical application of positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) introduces a tonic input which, if unopposed, might disrupt respiratory-ventilator entrainment through sustained activation of the