Hemoptysis primary prevention

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sadaf Sharfaei M.D.[2]

Overview

Effective measures for the primary prevention of hemoptysis include cigarette cessation, ..., and ...

Primary Prevention

• Effective measures for the primary prevention of hemoptysis include:
  • Smoking cessation decreasing the number of cigarettes
  • Avoiding air pollutants
  • Decreased environmental exposure to irritants
  • Use of physical barriers such as masks and gown
  • Avoid using anticoagulants if it is possible