Non-invasive electromagnetic phrenic nerve stimulation in ICU Setting Key to Preventing Diaphragm Atrophy: CHEST Aditi27 March 2024 7:00 PM ISTElectromagnetic stimulation of the phrenic nerve induces diaphragm contractions, but no coils for clinical use have been available.In original...
Automatic mechanical ventilation feasible and comparable to manual ventilation method during CPR: Study Dr Riya Dave22 Feb 2024 6:15 PM ISTThe effectiveness of mechanical ventilation as a replacement for manual bag ventilation during cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) remains uncertain....
Clofazimine-ethambutol-macrolide regimen non-inferior to standard therapy for treating MAC-PD Aditi24 Jan 2024 1:00 AM ISTPrevious research has indicated that clofazimine could be a viable alternative to rifampicin for treating MAC-PD. Is a treatment plan involving...
Increased risk of bronchiectasis observed in individuals with rheumatoid arthritis Jacinthlyn Sylvia17 Jan 2024 8:30 PM ISTIn a recent study published in the journal of CHEST analyzed the coexistence of bronchiectasis and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) by revealing that...
Healthy omega-3 fats may delay progression of deadly pulmonary fibrosis Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli3 Jan 2024 9:15 AM ISTUVA researchers have found in a new study that higher levels of omega-3 were associated with better lung function and longer...
Minocycline Effectively Prevents Delirium in Critical Patients: CHEST Jacinthlyn Sylvia21 Dec 2023 2:15 AM ISTIn a recent study, Filipe Dal-Pizzol and colleagues explored the potential of minocycline in preventing delirium among critically ill patients....
Pitolisant effectively reduces daytime sleepiness among patients of sleep apnea Jacinthlyn Sylvia20 Dec 2023 11:00 PM ISTA recent study published in the CHEST Journal unveiled promising long-term effects of Pitolisant in curbing excessive daytime sleepiness. Even in...
Study finds slower FVC decline with nintedanib in patients with IPF compared to Pirfenidone Medha Baranwal15 Dec 2023 4:00 PM ISTUSA: Findings from a post-hoc analysis of a clinical trial revealed a slower 12-month decline in forced vital capacity (FVC) with nintedanib use...
ICS use does not further increase the hospitalization risk of pneumonia among patients of concomitant Bronchiectasis and COPD Aditi9 Nov 2023 12:30 AM ISTInhaled corticosteroids (ICS) raise the risk of pneumonia in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). These are commonly used in patients with...
Amikacin liposome Inhalation effective in Treating Resistant Mycobacterium abscessus Lung disease Jacinthlyn Sylvia6 Nov 2023 9:45 PM ISTMycobacterium abscessus poses a significant challenge to patients and clinicians alike due to its resistance to many oral antibiotics. Moreover,...
Cannabis Use Linked to Increased Mortality in Asthma Patients: CHEST Jacinthlyn Sylvia24 Oct 2023 9:30 AM ISTAccording to findings presented in a CHEST Annual Meeting, cannabis use appears to be associated with higher mortality and morbidity rates in patients...
Tezepelumab Effectively Reduces Asthma Exacerbations in Patients Across BMI Ranges Dr Riya Dave16 Oct 2023 10:15 AM ISTA post hoc analysis was conducted on the phase 3 NAVIGATOR study and the DESTINATION extension study. The analysis revealed that tezepelumab, a human...
