Respiratory

A new study assessed asthma risk in children who received antibiotics in the first week of life solely due to maternal indications, eliminating infection-related bias.

A large-scale study suggests that pirfenidone use in patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis may be linked to a lower incidence of lung cancer.

Individuals with impaired lung function trajectories experience a higher burden of respiratory symptoms, including wheeze and phlegm.

The UK IPF Registry has provided new insights into the evolving landscape of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis management, showing significant shifts in diagnosis and treatment approaches over the last decade.

Lung cancer screening presents a crucial opportunity to address tobacco dependence, as participation is associated with increased motivation to quit smoking.

A nationwide study from South Korea has found a concerning link between obstructive sleep apnea and suicidal behaviors.

Adding genetic risk scores to traditional case-finding methods enhances the detection of undiagnosed COPD, improving early diagnosis and intervention.

A large, multicentre study has demonstrated that robotic-assisted bronchoscopy is both safe and effective for diagnosing small and peripheral lung lesions.