Respiratory

A study shows that Indigenous children with bronchiectasis and low cough scores have higher odds of symptom resolution following a 14-day antibiotic treatment for non-severe exacerbations. 

A trial has found that using nasal high-flow oxygen during tubeless upper airway surgery in children does not reduce the frequency of interruptions for rescue oxygenation.

Early lung ultrasonography scores have been linked to future respiratory complications in preterm infants.

A recent study has highlighted the potential of a plant-based diet on reducing the risk of emphysema in young adults with a history of smoking.

Transitioning to race-neutral spirometry reference equations, changes lung function interpretations, potentially impacting treatment for children with chronic lung diseases.

Efficacy, safety, and tolerability of sulthiame (STM) was explored in a new study on the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).

Efforts to address the pressing issue of psychological distress among survivors of critical illnesses were explored in a study that optimized a mobile mindfulness intervention app.

New study results highlight the effect of early diagnosis and treatment of undiagnosed asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.