Search research articles

ABOUT JoVE

Overview Leadership Blog JoVE Help Center

AUTHORS

Publishing Process Editorial Board Scope & Policies Peer Review FAQ Submit

LIBRARIANS

Testimonials Subscriptions Access Resources Library Advisory Board FAQ

RESEARCH

JoVE Journal Methods Collections JoVE Encyclopedia of Experiments Archive

EDUCATION

JoVE Core JoVE Business JoVE Science Education JoVE Lab Manual Faculty Resource Center Faculty Site

Terms & Conditions of Use

Related Concept Videos

Respiratory System Abnormal Finding I: Inspection and Percussion

Respiratory System Abnormal Finding I: Inspection and Percussion

Respiratory system abnormalities are a significant concern in healthcare due to their potential to indicate underlying severe conditions like Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), asthma, and pneumonia. These abnormalities can often be detected through physical examination methods like inspection and percussion.
Inspection Findings
During an inspection, several findings may suggest the presence of respiratory distress or disease. Pursed-lip breathing, where exhalation is slowed by...

Respiratory System Abnormal Finding II: Palpation and Auscultation

Respiratory System Abnormal Finding II: Palpation and Auscultation

In assessing respiratory abnormalities, palpation and auscultation are critical tools for detecting and interpreting various pathophysiological changes. These techniques provide insight into underlying disorders by evaluating tactile sensations and sounds produced by the respiratory system.
Palpation Findings
During a respiratory assessment, palpation can reveal several vital abnormalities:

Physical Assessment of the Respiratory Tract III: Percussion

Physical Assessment of the Respiratory Tract III: Percussion

The respiratory system, fundamental to life, consists of complex structures responsible for gas exchange. The percussion assessment is critical to understanding this system's health and functionality. This non-invasive assessment technique allows healthcare providers to evaluate the density or aeration of the lungs, thereby identifying potential abnormalities.
Percussion in Respiratory Assessment
Percussion evaluates underlying tissue composition with audible and tactile vibrations,...

Aneurysm II: Clinical Manifestations and Diagnostic Studies

Aneurysm II: Clinical Manifestations and Diagnostic Studies

Thoracic, aortic arch and abdominal aneurysms are significant vascular conditions that can present with various clinical manifestations and lead to serious complications. Understanding these manifestations and the appropriate diagnostic studies is essential for effective management and treatment.Thoracic Aortic AneurysmsThoracic aortic aneurysms often remain asymptomatic until they reach a size that impinges on adjacent structures. They typically cause deep, diffuse chest pain that radiates to...

Assessment of Airway, Skin Color, and Use of Accessory Muscles

Assessment of Airway, Skin Color, and Use of Accessory Muscles

A thorough assessment of respiratory health is paramount in clinical settings to identify and manage respiratory distress and ensure adequate oxygenation. This article elaborates on the critical aspects of respiratory evaluation, including airway assessment, skin color examination, and the observation of accessory muscle use, which are integral to effectively diagnosing and managing patients with respiratory conditions.
Introduction
The initial evaluation of a patient's respiratory system...

Assessment of Respiration

Assessment of Respiration

The respiratory system's basic structures and primary functions lay the foundation for nurses' comprehensive respiratory assessments. This assessment includes subjective and objective data to gauge the patient's respiratory health.
Subjective Assessment: Nurses interview the patient to gather information directly during the subjective assessment. It includes questions about the individual's medical history, medications, and symptoms, focusing on past respiratory conditions like asthma or COPD,...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by

Same author

Randomized controlled trial comparing glass-fiber versus metal posts in single-crowned teeth: 15 Year follow-up.

Journal of dentistry·2025

Same author

Response to letter to editor: Clinical outcome of guided endodontics versus freehand drilling: A controlled clinical trial, single arm with external control group.

International endodontic journal·2024

Same author

Clinical outcome of guided endodontics versus freehand drilling: A controlled clinical trial, single arm with external control group.

International endodontic journal·2024

Same author

Coloring Multilayer Zirconia May Affect Its Optical and Mechanical Properties.

Journal of dental research·2024

Same author

Filler Mixed Into Adhesives Does Not Necessarily Improve Their Mechanical Properties.

Operative dentistry·2024

Same author

Influence of airborne particle abrasion on dentin bonding effectiveness of a 2-step universal adhesive.

Journal of dentistry·2024

Search research articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jun 5, 2026

A Murine Model of Cervical Spinal Cord Injury to Study Post-lesional Respiratory Neuroplasticity

A Murine Model of Cervical Spinal Cord Injury to Study Post-lesional Respiratory Neuroplasticity

Published on: May 28, 2014

Playing wind instruments as a potential aetiologic cofactor in external cervical resorption: two case reports.

V Gunst¹, B Huybrechts, A De Almeida Neves

¹Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Catholic University of Leuven Department of Conservative Dentistry, Catholic University of Leuven, Leuven, Belgium.

International Endodontic Journal

|December 21, 2010

Summary

Frequent wind instrument playing may cause external cervical resorption (ECR) in maxillary incisors. This pressure trauma hypothesis is supported by two case studies detailing the extent of ECR using advanced imaging.

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jun 5, 2026

A Murine Model of Cervical Spinal Cord Injury to Study Post-lesional Respiratory Neuroplasticity

A Murine Model of Cervical Spinal Cord Injury to Study Post-lesional Respiratory Neuroplasticity

Published on: May 28, 2014

Area of Science:

Dentistry
Oral Pathology

Background:

External cervical resorption (ECR) is a complex dental condition with an incompletely understood etiology.
A defect in the cementum layer is considered a likely prerequisite for resorption initiation.

Observation:

Two cases of ECR affecting maxillary incisors are presented.
The primary suspected etiological factor in both cases was pressure trauma from frequent wind instrument use.

Findings:

The study suggests a potential link between playing wind instruments and the development of ECR.
Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) and micro-focus CT imaging were used to visualize and quantify the resorption defects.

Implications:

Understanding predisposing factors like wind instrument playing is crucial for identifying patients at risk for ECR.
This research highlights a novel potential etiological factor contributing to the spectrum of ECR causes.