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26 Oct 2017

Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor Induces Extracellular Matrix Synthesis and Fibroblast Activity in Human Lung Fibroblasts

Pulmonary vascular remodelling is common in chronic lung disorders.1 Alterations in vascular and parenchymal structures may impair gas exchange in…
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26 Oct 2017

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…
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26 Oct 2017

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…
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26 Oct 2017

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…
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26 Oct 2017

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…
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26 Oct 2017

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.
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26 Oct 2017

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…
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26 Oct 2017

Association of Longitudinal Changes Test with Exacerbation of COPD Assessment Risk: Insight into The Discussion at the European Respiratory Society International Congress 2017

The chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) assessment test (CAT) well reflects the functional status of COPD patients;1-4 however, there are only…
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