Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) such as semaglutide (Wegovy and Ozempic) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro) may increase the risk of pulmonary aspiration among patients undergoing surgery ...

The Accidental Infiltration of Food or Bacteria Into the Lungs Aspiration pneumonia is a type of pneumonia caused by the accidental infiltration of food or other substances from the mouth or ...

Transtracheal aspirations were also performed on 13 volunteers who had no evidence of pulmonary disease; these specimens were cultured as described above. Transtracheal aspiration infrequently led ...

The lungs are guarded by protective reflexes such ... Individuals who are at risk of aspiration (such as patients of dysphagia), are likely to benefit from a carefully chosen diet and formal ...

Community-acquired pneumonia also includes aspiration pneumonia, which happens when you breathe food, fluid, or vomit into your lungs. It's more likely if you have problems swallowing or coughing.

Recently published article aimed to assess the effect of pregnancy on gastric emptying and its clinical implications, particularly during different trimesters of pregnancy, at the time of ...