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Patient and Public Involvement and its Vital Role in the Tandem COPD Study: A Randomised Controlled Trial

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive, irreversible condition, characterised by symptoms of breathlessness, cough, sputum…

Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease: Current State of Knowledge and Future Directions

The main objectives of the two symposia were to raise awareness of nontuberculous mycobacterial lung disease (NTM-LD); evaluate the key microbiological…

The Risk of Stroke Evaluated by the CHA2DS2-VASc Scale in Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Cardiovascular Comorbidity

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), along with other respiratory problems, is accompanied by major cardiovascular comorbid conditions…

Editor’s Pick: Allergen Challenge Testing in Atopic Asthma Pharmaceutical Research: Past, Present, and Future Directions

Over the years, various allergen inhalation challenge models have been developed to study the pathophysiology and pharmacology of allergen-induced asthma.

Relationship Between Vitamin D and Severity in COPD Patients

Vitamin D deficiency is a common, underdiagnosed condition that has received increased attention around the world.1 The Endocrine Society guidelines and…

‘No Stent Left Behind': A Review of Stent Removal and Related Complications

Recently, there have been enormous developments in the endoscopic management of central airway obstruction secondary to benign or malignant processes.

Managing Extubation and the Post Extubation Period in the Intensive Care Unit

The process of successfully weaning patients from invasive mechanical ventilation is a great challenge for all healthcare providers working in critical care.

Identification of High-Risk Factors for Development of Active Tuberculosis in Children with Latent Tuberculosis Infections

Children with latent tuberculosis infection (LTI) represent a group of patients who are at risk of developing active tuberculosis (TB).1-3 The use of new…

A Patient Perspective: Identifying and Understanding the Barriers Associated with the Diagnostic Delay of Lung Cancer

Lung cancer is the most common cancer worldwide and is a fundamental health problem in the UK. Mortality rates are much higher in the UK than other…

A Case Series of Long-Term Azithromycin Therapy Effect on Eosinophil Count in COPD

Long-term macrolide therapy is a treatment option in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients with frequent exacerbations.