[Caregivers faced with painful events, testimonials].

Whatever the profession of caregivers, their activity involves supporting patients and families who are suffering. Doctors and nurses, in particular, talk of the strong emotions which they feel but which they find difficult to express. Being aware of them is essential for being able to accept them and limit their consequences.

[Jeune'disease (asphyxiating thoracic dystrophy) and respiratory failure: importance of early respiratory management with periodic hyperinsufflation].

Asphyxiating thoracic dystrophy (ATD) is a rare autosomal recessive form of chondrodysplasia characterized by short ribs. Respiratory failure is due to the reduced volume and complete immobility of the thoracic cage. There is no consensus on the treatment of this restrictive pulmonary disease.