Alternative algorithms and devices in sleep apnoea diagnosis: what we know and what we expect.

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Need for intensive care in the patient with pulmonary arterial hypertension is associated with high mortality. This review will provide an overview of causes of ICU admission for patients with pulmonary hypertension and provide guidance on management. RECENT FINDINGS:There is a paucity of evidence-ba...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Aryal S,King CS

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Severe asthma is a heterogeneous syndrome, encompassing several distinct clinical phenotypes. Different molecular and cellular pathways or endotypes determine the type of underlying airway inflammation in patients with severe asthma, which can be categorized as eosinophilic asthma (allergic and nonall...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Brusselle GG,Joos G

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Symptoms of anxiety and depression are prevalent in at least 20-40% of patients with moderate-to-severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and are known to affect prognosis and worsen quality of life. This review examines whether pulmonary rehabilitation can effectively improve psychological...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Coventry PA

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The occurrence of lung cancer in patients with diffuse interstitial pulmonary disease is well-known. The incidence, however, varies and ranges from 9.8 to 38%. The pathogenesis of lung cancer in pulmonary fibrosis is unclear, but genetic as well as environmental factors seem to be involved. ...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Sharma OP,Lamb C

更新日期：2003-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:In this review, we describe the 'state-of-the-art' in our knowledge of asthma and what gaps exist, which can be exploited in the future for effective translation of our knowledge from the bench or population studies to diagnosis and therapy. RECENT FINDINGS:The advent of microbiome research has expan...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Brar T,Nagaraj S,Mohapatra S

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) has historically been considered as a male disease. As a result, female individuals with OSA were often under-diagnosed and under-treated compared with male individuals. However, recent data suggest that several OSA-associated adverse cardiovascular outcomes are more pron...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Schiza SE,Bouloukaki I

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Cardiovascular disease and cancer are the two leading causes of morbidity and mortality in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. The epidemiological and mechanistic evidence linking these disorders, however, is uncertain. RECENT FINDINGS:In patients with mild chronic obstructive pulmon...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Sin DD,Man SF

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM), especially Mycobacterium avium complex, are being recognized with increasing frequency as clinical pathogens, not only as a cause of disseminated disease in patients with AIDS but also as a cause of chronic lung disease in patients without AIDS. These infections have traditionall...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Griffith DE

更新日期：1997-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This review highlights recent developments in liver disease associated with cystic fibrosis. RECENT FINDINGS:The broad spectrum of hepatobiliary problems in cystic fibrosis includes specific alterations ascribable to the underlying defect as well as lesions of iatrogenic origin or that reflect the ef...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Colombo C

更新日期：2007-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This review examines the associations between chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and renal and hepatobiliary diseases, with emphasis on the epidemiology and clinical outcomes, along with current information on pathophysiologic mechanisms and risk factors. RECENT FINDINGS:Glomerular filtrati...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Mapel D

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a complex genetic disease affecting many organs, although 85% of the mortality is a result of lung disease. The natural history of the lung disease consists of early and persistent infection, an exaggerated inflammatory response, structural airway changes (i.e. bronchiectasis),...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Flume PA

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related death worldwide. For patients diagnosed with early-stage lung cancer, complete surgical resection remains the best hope for cure. Limited resections are avoided when possible because of higher recurrence rates and potentially worse long-term survival. Traditionally, a...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Moffatt SD,Mitchell JD,Whyte RI

更新日期：2002-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Respiratory infection is a major contributor to morbidity and mortality in cystic fibrosis (CF). One infection the CF community is particularly concerned about is methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). Worldwide, the prevalence of MRSA has been rising and the impact on clinical outcomes a...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Dasenbrook EC

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Corticosteroids were the mainstay of therapy for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) for more than four decades, but their efficacy is unproven and toxicities are substantial. The course of IPF is characterized by progressive respiratory insufficiency, leading to death within 3 to 8 years from the onset of symptoms. A...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Lynch JP 3rd,White E,Flaherty K

更新日期：2001-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Parapneumonic effusions are frequent complications of bacterial pneumonia. Depending on the severity of the underlying pneumonia, the promptness of antibiotic therapy, and the virulence of the infecting organism, 5% to 50% of patients will require pleural fluid drainage to prevent progression to an empyema. The decisi...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Heffner JE

更新日期：1996-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This article explains the high comorbidity of craniofacial pain (chronic face pain, temporomandibular disorders, and primary headaches) with obstructive sleep breathing disorders and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). It is recommended that physicians treating OSA should be aware of the concurrent chronic...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Olmos SR

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In reviewing recent advances in upper respiratory tract infections, we focus on five key topics. First, the use of ribavirin in the treatment of respiratory syncytial virus infection has been limited to the immunosuppressed. Prophylaxis in high-risk patients with specific immunoglobulin is effective and a new monoclon...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Moore DA,Sharland M,Friedland JS

更新日期：1999-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tuberculosis is currently an enormous global health problem. In industrialized countries in Western Europe and North America, tuberculosis case rates are low and an increasing proportion of cases now occur in foreign-born individuals and in marginalized populations, including the homeless, prisoners, drug users, and p...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Johnson JL,Ellner JJ

更新日期：2000-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:After 'curative' resection, many patients are still at risk for further lung cancer, either as a recurrence or a new metachronous primary. In theory, close follow-up should improve survival by catching relapse early - but in reality, many experts feel that surveillance for recurrence is of uncertain v...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Chang CF,Gould M

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This review highlights recent data detailing the prevalence and characteristics of pleural effusions occurring in patients with superior vena cava syndrome. RECENT FINDINGS:Numerous case reports have described pleural effusions in conjunction with the superior vena cava syndrome. Recent data suggest ...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Rice TW

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Treatment of hepatic hydrothorax is challenging because of its rapid symptomatic recurrence. This review will focus on potential therapeutic approaches to hepatic hydrothorax. RECENT FINDINGS:Hepatic hydrothorax is refractory to salt restriction and diuretics in approximately 25% of cases. Primary ma...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Porcel JM

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The immunopathogenesis of sarcoidosis is considered to involve contributions from both adaptive and innate immune responses. Although the identification of adaptive responses to candidate pathogenic antigens will elucidate mechanisms that regulate inflammation in sarcoidosis, innate mechanisms likely ...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Chen ES

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The article aims to provide an updated and evidence-based review of the innovative electronic health interventions to monitor and improve inhaler technique and adherence to recommended therapy in asthma. RECENT FINDINGS:Out of the 290 articles identified by the search strategy, 23 manuscripts fulfill...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Bonini M,Usmani OS

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although it had been appreciated that high levels of antituberculous drug resistance existed in some regions of the world, the full extent of the problem was not known. A combined initiative by the World Health Organization and the International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease was launched in 1994 to addre...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Willcox PA

更新日期：2001-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To describe the current understanding and clinical applicability of severity scoring systems in pneumonia management. RECENT FINDINGS:Severity scores in community-acquired pneumonia are strong markers of mortality, but are not necessarily clinical decision-aid tools. The use of severity scores to sup...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Ranzani OT,Taniguchi LU,Torres A

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Patients with lung cancer are particularly vulnerable to lung injury associated with immune checkpoint inhibition and often present with more frequent and more severe manifestations of lung disease compared to patients with other tumor types. The present review explores the reasons for increased susce...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Shannon VR

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) is the most common infectious disease cause of death. We summarize recent findings regarding the epidemiology of CAP in adults, efficacy of vaccines against Streptococcus pneumoniae, diagnostics, and discuss the current controversy between CAP and healthcare-associat...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： José RJ,Periselneris JN,Brown JS

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Isolated distal deep-vein thrombosis (iDDVT) is a distal deep-vein thrombosis (DVT) without proximal DVT or pulmonary embolism. Although its clinical significance is uncertain, its prevalence is increasing with the use of whole leg compression ultrasonography. Epidemiological data giving reported rate...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Galanaud JP,Bosson JL,Quéré I

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Disorders of glucose metabolism, including insulin resistance, prediabetes, and diabetes, have been identified as risk factors for worsened asthma. This review summarizes emerging evidence for their role as modifiable risk factors in asthma, including the potential benefit of diabetes medications on a...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Wu TD

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty has limited efficacy in treating obstructive sleep apnea, with excellent results achieved in fewer than half of patients who undergo this procedure. Attempting to select patients who have only retropalatal collapse of the pharynx increases the likelihood of a successful outcome. Although this...

journal_title：Current opinion in pulmonary medicine

authors： Sher AE

更新日期：1995-11-01 00:00:00