The benefits of donating blood
The benefits of donating blood
Did you know that every 30 seconds a blood donation is needed here in Spain?
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AATD Patients
AATD Patients attendance and information providing and research
AATD and pulmonary emphysema
AATD (severe alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency), PiZZ phenotype, is a risk factor for pulmonary emphysema and liver disease, but its effect on cancer risk is unknown.
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AATD clinical session
Francisco Casas, coordinator of the Andalusian Center Alfa-1 in Granada, participates in a clinical session at the Malaga Hospital.
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Alpha 1 Patient Association
The Alfa-1 Association of Spain was born almost 20 years ago with the double objective of supporting newly diagnosed patients in their search for information and reference health specialists.
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Determination of the serum concentration of AAT
Determination of serum alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) concentration is usually the first step in investigating alpha-1 antitrypsin (AATD) deficiency.
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Alpha 1 Antitrypsin Deficiency Medical Tests
Alpha 1 Antitrypsin Deficiency Medical Tests Chest X-ray and TC Chest radiography and computed tomography (CT) show diffuse panlobular emphysema predominantly in bases. A quarter of the cases have associated bronchiectasis, a percentage similar to that in the COPD series. Respiratory function can vary, but most have an obstructive pattern with a decrease in FEV
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Deepening the knowledge of the AATD
The magnificent initiative of the Alpha 1 Association to launch various workshops arises on the occasion of the World Week “Respiratory Care Week 2021”.
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Alfacare Carry Forward
Alfacare has been very present in the confinement, trying to help patients through a dynamic program. The organization of virtual cafes has brought together more than 100 patients, who have been able to answer their questions. The periodic publications of professional interviews have delighted our followers, as they have accurately answered the most frequently asked
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Covid-19 answers from a respiratory expert
Professor James Chalmers and intensive care specialist Professor Leo Heunks have responded to patients on some infectious disease issues from the European Respiratory Society (ERS). Here you will find up-to-date, respiratory-specific information about COVID-19. If you have any other outbreak-related respiratory health questions, please contact info@europeanlung.org. In many cases, the recommendations are generalized for people
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Virtual Coffee Alfacare
New ways, same essence Since the state of health alarm was declared last March, AlfaCare has been transformed to be, more than ever, accompanying all Alfa-1 patients who are part of our program. Welcoming your concerns, doubts and uncertainty through phone calls and follow-ups we have been able to give support and help in
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