Inhaled Triple Therapy including corticosteroids Reduces All-Cause Mortality in COPD Dr. Mahalakshmi Sivashankaran16 April 2023 8:00 PM ISTChina: A new study published in the Chest Journal found that inhaled therapy containing inhaled corticosteroids (ICSs) can reduce the risk of...
Diffusing capacity predicts all-cause mortality in COPD patients Jacinthlyn Sylvia9 April 2023 8:00 PM ISTA measure of petrol transfer called diffusing capacity, which is independent of the BODE score, computed tomography (CT) indications of emphysema, and...
Modified MRC assessment and FEV1.0 can predict frequency of acute exacerbation of COPD Jacinthlyn Sylvia7 April 2023 9:15 AM ISTWhen the severity of the chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) worsens, the incidence of acute exacerbation (AE) rises, says an article...
Allergic asthma or eczema linked to heightened risk of osteoarthritis Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli28 March 2023 5:00 AM ISTPeople with atopic (allergic) diseases like asthma or eczema may be at heightened risk of the painful and often disabling joint condition,...
Activation of bitter taste receptors, a potential target for treating COPD, asthma Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli16 March 2023 8:00 PM ISTGermany: Activating bitter taste receptors opens lung passageways, making them potential targets for treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease...
Medical Bulletin 15/February/2023 Isra Zaman15 Feb 2023 3:36 PM ISTHere are the top medical news for the day:Brain ageing hastened by cocaine addiction: StudyNow, scientists from Germany and Canada have shown that in...
New screening tool helps doctors diagnose more people with COPD Isra Zaman15 Feb 2023 9:30 AM ISTA new tool shows promise in helping primary care physicians identify adults with undiagnosed chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), according...
COPD patients have decreased survival in the year after major surgery: CMAJ Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli19 Jan 2023 10:15 AM ISTCanada: A recent study in Canadian Medical Association Journal has revealed that chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients who undergo...
Nebulized ensifentrine significantly improves lung function and reduces COPD exacerbations: Phase 3 trial results Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli26 Dec 2022 9:45 AM ISTUSA: Nebulization with ensifentrine significantly improved lung function and reduced the risk and rate of COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease)...
2D shear wave elastography, excellent option to assess diaphragm and intercostal muscle stiffness in COPD Aditi12 Dec 2022 9:30 AM ISTChina: A recent study has concluded that 2D-Shear Wave Elastography (2D-SWE) is a valuable tool in COPD patients which facilitates the assessment of...
GLP-1 receptor agonists and SGLT-2 inhibitors best sulfonylureas in reducing COPD exacerbations in diabetes patients Dr.Niharika Harsha B10 Dec 2022 11:00 AM ISTA new study from Canada found that glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists and sodium-glucose co-transporter-2 (SGLT-2) inhibitors were...
Home air purifiers can improve some markers of CV health in COPD patients Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli8 Dec 2022 8:00 PM ISTAccording to the World Health Organization, people suffering from COPD often experience shortness of breath, chest tightness and chronic cough....
