European Archives - Page 974 of 1210 - European Medical Journal

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.

Silicomycobacteriosis: Diagnosis and Prognosis, Follow-Up at 2.5 Years

One of the most serious complications of silicosis is mycobacteriosis, specifically tuberculosis and, although rare, conditions due to atypical…

Thymomas and Thymic Carcinomas: A Review on Pathology, Presentation, Staging, Treatment, and Novel Systemic Therapies

Although thymomas and thymic carcinomas only represent 0.2–1.5% of all malignancies, they are the most common tumour found in the anterior mediastinum.

Electronic Cigarette Use Among Emerging and Young West Indian Adults

Currently, evidence concerning electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) use in the West Indies is unavailable. This study examines the prevalence and…