Matrix metalloprotease polymorphisms are associated with gas transfer in alpha 1 antitrypsin deficiency.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Autologous blood is a novel, high-efficacy sclerosant for treatment of malignant pleural effusion (MPE), similar to tetracycline. There has been no comparative data between autologous blood and a worldwide sclerosant like talc. We aimed to compare the effectiveness of autologous blood versus talc pleurodesis...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Keeratichananont W,Kaewdech A,Keeratichananont S

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE:Symptom relief is a key treatment goal in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). However, there are limited data available on the response to bronchodilator therapy in patients at low risk of exacerbations with different levels of symptom severity. This study compared treatment responses ...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Vogelmeier CF,Kerwin EM,Bjermer LH,Tombs L,Jones PW,Boucot IH,Naya IP,Lipson DA,Compton C,Barnes N,Maltais F

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There is evidence of aberrations in the vitamin D-endocrine system in subjects with respiratory diseases. Vitamin D deficiency is highly prevalent in patients with respiratory diseases, and patients who receive vitamin D have significantly larger improvements in inspiratory muscle strength and maximal oxygen uptake. S...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Luong KV,Nguyen LT

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To investigate whether dry powder inhalers (DPIs) function in a constrained situation, a literature analysis was performed to evaluate the use of DPIs compared with established therapies in the treatment of acute asthma and COPD, irrespective of rapid-acting beta(2)-agonist used. The external databases Medline, Embase...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Selroos O,Borgström L,Ingelf J

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background We wanted to determine the impact of combined Clinical Pulmonary Infection Score (CPIS) and a spot serum procalcitonin (PCT)-guided protocol to shorten the duration of antibiotic treatment in patients with ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP), mainly caused by nonfermentative gram-negative bacilli (NF-GNB)...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Wongsurakiat P,Tulatamakit S

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Comorbidities probably contribute to the increased mortality observed among subjects with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), but sex differences in the prognostic impact of comorbidities have rarely been evaluated in population-based studies. The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of com...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Sawalha S,Hedman L,Backman H,Stenfors N,Rönmark E,Lundbäck B,Lindberg A

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Within telehealth there are a number of domains relevant to pulmonary care: telemonitoring, teleassistance, telerehabilitation, teleconsultation and second opinion calls. In the last decade, several studies focusing on the effects of various telemanagement programs for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disea...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Vitacca M,Montini A,Comini L

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) is a chronic condition of elevated pulmonary arterial pressures with associated increases in pulmonary vascular resistance leading to right ventricular failure, which was almost uniformly fatal prior to the introduction of pulmonary hypertension specific therapy. Systemic prostacy...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Stream AR,Bull TM

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Increased inflammatory cytokines [such as tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNFα) and interleukin-6 (IL-6)] are observed in COVID-19 patients, especially in the severe group. The phenomenon of a cytokine storm may be the central inducer of apoptosis of alveolar epithelial cells, which leads to rapid progression in severe g...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Chen XY,Yan BX,Man XY

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A major impediment in the development of novel drugs for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has been the scarcity of a well-validated, robust, and easily obtainable intermediate end point such as serum biomarkers. To date the best serum biomarkers in COPD have been non-speci"c pro-in"ammatory molecules synth...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Sin DD,Pahlavan PS,Man SF

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Central airway obstruction (CAO) is a serious condition that affects patients with both benign and malignant diseases. Timely recognition of CAO is crucial for prompt intervention aimed at improving the symptoms and quality of life of these patients. The aim of this study is to evaluate the formal radiology ...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Harris K,Alraiyes AH,Attwood K,Modi K,Dhillon SS

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Allergen-specific immunotherapy remains the most likely effective treatment modality for allergic disorders by targeting the underlying immune mechanisms and possibly causing modifications in the disease course, as well as treating the symptoms. Treatment and compliance experiences been gained over nearly a century in...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Ozdemir C

更新日期：2009-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The ultra-short course preseasonal allergy vaccine, containing the adjuvant monophosphoryl lipid A (MPL), is effective in treating allergic symptoms; however, the efficacy in controlling asthmatics symptoms has not been fully demonstrated. We aimed at evaluating whether the ultra-short preseasonal course of i...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Scichilone N,Scalici V,Arrigo R,Bellia V

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Acute exacerbation of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (AE-IPF) is well known as a life-threatening condition during its clinical course. However, the clinical features and prognosis in AE of unclassifiable idiopathic interstitial pneumonia (AE-UCIIP) remain to be elucidated. The aim of this study was to clarif...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Enomoto N,Naoi H,Aono Y,Katsumata M,Horiike Y,Yasui H,Karayama M,Hozumi H,Suzuki Y,Furuhashi K,Fujisawa T,Inui N,Nakamura Y,Suda T

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:It is unclear whether microRNAs could be a potential diagnostic biomarker for asthma or not. The objective of this study is to figure out the diagnostic value of microRNAs in asthma. METHODS:Literature retrieval, screening of publications, specific data extraction, and quality evaluation were conducted acco...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Xu L,Yi M,Tan Y,Yi Z,Zhang Y

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:N-chlorotaurine (NCT), a long-lived oxidant produced by human leukocytes, can be synthesized chemically and used topically as a well-tolerated antiseptic to different body regions including sensitive ones. The aim of this study was to test the tolerability of inhaled 1% NCT in aqueous solution upon repeated ...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Arnitz R,Stein M,Bauer P,Lanthaler B,Jamnig H,Scholl-Bürgi S,Stempfl-Al-Jazrawi K,Ulmer H,Baumgartner B,Embacher S,Geisler S,Gostner JM,Müllinger B,Kälz B,Nagl M

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Proper adjustment of arterial oxygen saturation (SaO2) during daily activities in patients with interstitial lung disease (ILD) requiring long-term oxygen therapy is challenging. Given the multifactorial nature of the limited exercise tolerance in patients with ILDs, the isolated use of oxygen therapy may no...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Cuerpo S,Palomo M,Hernández-González F,Francesqui J,Albacar N,Hernández C,Blanco I,Embid C,Sellares J

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Endoscopic lung volume reduction coil (LVRC) treatment is a therapeutic option for selected patients with advanced emphysema. The effects and the safety of endoscopic lung volume reduction in patients with very low forced expired volume in one second (FEV1) remain to be determined. This study was conducted t...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Simon M,Harbaum L,Oqueka T,Kluge S,Klose H

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Avoidance of allergens in the treatment of asthma has hitherto not achieved significant benefit despite the strong evidence that allergy both increases severity and contributes to exacerbations of asthma. House dust mite, cat and dog allergens are the most common perennial allergic triggers and most avoidance strategi...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Warner JO

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic condition that negatively affects several patient-centered outcomes. Among these, exercise capacity, dyspnea, and quality of life are the most relevant. In this article, factors contributing to exercise limitation, increase in exercise-induced dyspnea, quality ...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： de Blasio F,Polverino M

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The use of biomarkers on pleural fluid (PF) specimens may assist the decision-making process and enhance clinical diagnostic pathways. Three paradigmatic examples are heart failure, tuberculosis and, particularly, malignancy. An elevated PF concentration of the amino-terminal fragment of probrain natriuretic peptide (...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Porcel JM

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Long-acting bronchodilators are the cornerstone of pharmacologic treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Spiolto® or Stiolto® is a fixed-dose combination (FDC) containing two long-acting bronchodilators, the long-acting muscarinic receptor antagonist tiotropium (TIO) and the long-acting β2-adrenocep...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Derom E,Brusselle GG,Joos GF

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In recent years in the management of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), endothelin receptor antagonists (ERAs) represent a well-established class of therapeutic agents with clear beneficial effects. Macitentan (Opsumit®), a dual ERA optimized for efficacy and safety, is the newest drug in the class. Macitentan pre...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Steriade A,Seferian A,Jaïs X,Savale L,Jutant EM,Parent F,Sitbon O,Humbert M,Simonneau G,Montani D

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bronchiectasis occurs as a result of a vicious circle consisting of an impaired mucociliary transport system, inflammation, and infection and repair of the airways. Damage to the mucociliary system prevents secretion elimination and facilitates bacterial growth and bronchial inflammation. To facilitate mucociliary cle...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Máiz Carro L,Martínez-García MA

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To describe the health-related quality of life (HRQL) in a cohort of COPD patients recruited in primary care and identify the variables of the patients and the treatment associated with impaired HRQL. METHOD:Multicenter, observational study of patients with COPD recruited in Primary Care centers. Data regar...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Miravitlles M,Molina J,Naberan K,Cots JM,Ros F,Llor C,EVOCA study.

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Maintenance pharmacological treatment for stable chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is based on inhaled drugs, including long-acting muscarinic receptor antagonists (LAMA), long-acting β2-adrenoceptor agonists (LABA) and inhaled corticosteroids (ICS). Inhaled pharmacological treatment can improve patients' d...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Malerba M,Nardin M,Santini G,Mores N,Radaeli A,Montuschi P

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:This study evaluated the effectiveness of behavioral interventions (brief counseling, nonspecific psychological support in groups - NSGS and cognitive behavioral group therapy - CBGT) in combination with bupropion SR for smoking cessation in the field, through a smoking cessation clinic. METHODS:Two-hundred...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Rovina N,Nikoloutsou I,Katsani G,Dima E,Fransis K,Roussos C,Gratziou C

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Angiogenesis is a driving force of a tumor's development. Targeting this process is an attractive option, as this is a feature shared by most of the solid tumors. A lot of antiangiogenic drugs have been developed following this path, including bevacizumab, sorafenib, sunitinib, vandetanib, ramucirumab, motesanib and m...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Caglevic C,Grassi M,Raez L,Listi A,Giallombardo M,Bustamante E,Gil-Bazo I,Rolfo C

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an inflammatory autoimmune disease that can present different extrarticular manifestations involving heart, lungs and kidneys. In recent years there has been a growing awareness of the central role played by the lungs in the onset and progression of RA. In particular interstitial lung dise...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Picchianti Diamanti A,Markovic M,Argento G,Giovagnoli S,Ricci A,Laganà B,D'Amelio R

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Programmed cell death (PD)-1 immune checkpoint inhibitors have emerged as promising options for the treatment of multiple cancer types. Nivolumab is a fully human immunoglobulin G4 monoclonal antibody, which inhibits the PD-1 receptor and has been approved in the United States, Europe, and Asia for the treatment of ad...

journal_title：Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease

authors： Hida T

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00