Telehealthcare for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease in Switzerland Is Feasible and Appreciated by Patients.

Background: Earlier detection of acute exacerbations (AE) of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) could reduce emergency admissions and hospitalisations. Studies investigating COPD management programs supported by telehealthcare (THC) have shown conflicting results.

Objectives: To test the feasibility, safety and acceptance of THC for COPD.

[Non-cirrhotic portal hypertension with nearly lethal consequences].

We describe the case of a 48-year-old patient presenting with abdominal pain with a history of cerebral ischemia due to a patent foramen ovale with heterozygous factor V mutation. Initial work-up demonstrate a significant thrombosis of the portal venous system combined with signs of portal hypertension (ascites, oesophageal varices). Ultrasound reveals no signs of cirrhosis of the liver.