Endobronchial Valve Demonstrates Sustained Improvements for Severe Emphysema
Researchers found 'statistically significant improvements' in lung function, respiratory symptoms, and quality of life measures at 24 months.
Researchers found 'statistically significant improvements' in lung function, respiratory symptoms, and quality of life measures at 24 months.
A significant percentage of Black men found to have normal lung function after race-based adjustments to spirometry were actually found to have emphysema on their CT scans, according to research presented at ATS 2022.
Lung volume reduction procedures, which include endobronchial coils, valves or surgery, help improve lung function in COPD patients but do increase risk of adverse events.
Use of inhaled anticholinergics has been associated with an increased risk of heart arrhythmias among young asthma patients, according to research presented at ATS 2012.
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