Evaluation of sleep quality and anxiety-depression parameters in asthmatic children and their mothers.

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Patients with "sensory hyperreactivity" (SHR) have airway environmental sensitivity, chronic cough and dyspnoea. Cough, chest discomfort and sense of difficulties getting air are some of the symptoms these patients seek medical attendance for. The patients have increased cough sensitivity to inhaled capsai...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Johansson EL,Ternesten-Hasséus E,Olsén MF,Millqvist E

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Data on the effects of long-term treatment with azithromycin (AZM) on inflammatory markers in cystic fibrosis patients chronically infected with Pseudomonas aeruginosa are scarce. So far there is no pharmacokinetic and clinical data on once-weekly dosage of AZM in CF patients. METHODS:In a randomised double...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Steinkamp G,Schmitt-Grohe S,Döring G,Staab D,Pfründer D,Beck G,Schubert R,Zielen S

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The choice of inhaler device for asthma patients depends upon multiple attributes. We investigated factors that may drive general practitioners (GPs) and respiratory specialists in the prescription of inhaler devices for asthma patients who initiated inhalation therapy. METHODS:We retrospectively analysed p...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Lavorini F,Bianco A,Blasi F,Braido F,Corsico AG,Di Marco F,Gentile A,Paggiaro PL,Pegoraro V,Pelaia G,Rogliani P,Santus P,Scichilone N,Soldi A,Canonica GW

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective of this study was to compare surfactant (SF) distribution and physiological effects after standard SF delivery during conventional mechanical ventilation (CMV) with that using partial liquid ventilation (PLV). A model of meconium aspiration syndrome (MAS) was developed using two groups of adult rats (n =...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Chappell SE,Wolfson MR,Shaffer TH

更新日期：2001-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) affects 6% of the general population and is the fourth-leading cause of death in the United States with severe and very severe disease accounting for 15% and 3% of physician diagnoses of COPD. Guidelines make few recommendations regarding providing the provision of care for...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Ambrosino N,Simonds A

更新日期：2007-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：QUESTION OF THE STUDY:We studied whether prophylactic use of noninvasive pressure support ventilation (NIPSV) administered pre- and postoperatively may reduce the postoperative pulmonary function impairment. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Prospective randomized clinical trial. Thirty-nine patients with a preoperative FEV(1) <70...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Perrin C,Jullien V,Vénissac N,Berthier F,Padovani B,Guillot F,Coussement A,Mouroux J

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Invasive pulmonary aspergillosis is a frequent complication in immunocompromised patients. The role of the prolonged use of steroids in predisposing to invasive aspergillosis has been recognized, but exceptionally described in asthmatic patients. We report the case of a 59-year-old woman with bronchial asthma treated ...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Ganassini A,Cazzadori A

更新日期：1995-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Summary beta2-adrenoreceptor agonists are able to modulate various aspects of airway cell functions involved in the inflammatory and repair processes characterizing a variety of respiratory disorders. Human bronchial epithelial cells (HBECs), which can act as immune effector cells and express beta2-adrenoreceptors, we...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Sabatini F,Silvestri M,Sale R,Serpero L,Di Blasi P,Rossi GA

更新日期：2003-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:To date endurance and strength training are established and evidence-based exercise methods in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). There is an unmet need for further research in new and complementary exercise modalities. Additional whole body vibration training during pulmonary reha...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Gloeckl R,Heinzelmann I,Baeuerle S,Damm E,Schwedhelm AL,Diril M,Buhrow D,Jerrentrup A,Kenn K

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To analyze the conditions of psychological dysfunction and positive mental health in patients with asthma and chronic bronchitis (CB), as compared to healthy individuals, and to identify the factors associated with these mental health indicators. METHODS:Cross-sectional study based on data obtained from the...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： de Miguel Diez J,García RJ,Hernandez Barrera V,Rodríguez PR,Maestu LP,Garrido PC

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:According to current GOLD strategy, patients with COPD classified as groups A and B may be treated with inhaled bronchodilators, either long-acting β2-agonist (LABA) or long-acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA). However, there is little guidance on which class of agent is preferred and a lack of prospective...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Mahler DA,Kerstjens HA,Donohue JF,Buhl R,Lawrence D,Altman P

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To improve physicians' ability to discriminate tuberculous from malignant pleural effusions through a simple clinical algorithm that avoids pleural biopsy. DESIGN:We retrospectively compared the clinical and pleural fluid features of 238 adults with pleural effusion who satisfied diagnostic criteria for tube...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Porcel JM,Alemán C,Bielsa S,Sarrapio J,Fernández de Sevilla T,Esquerda A

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In 16 patients with pulmonary fibrosis, an artificial pneumothorax was introduced using the Veress cannula and the Saugman water manometer. Atmospheric air was introduced by fractionated insufflation to a total volume of 800 ml (median). The interpleural space was found on the first attempt, and in all cases, fraction...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Faurschou P,Viskum K

更新日期：1997-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Non-cystic fibrosis(CF) bronchiectasis has been recognized in children for the past 200 years. Early childhood pneumonia and underlying conditions such as immunodeficiency, primary ciliary dyskinesia(PCD), and congenital lung pathology should be considered in the etiology. The aim of our study was to descr...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Satırer O,Mete Yesil A,Emiralioglu N,Tugcu GD,Yalcın E,Dogru D,Kiper N,Ozcelik U

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The imbalance between oxidants and antioxidants is known to play an important role in the pathogenesis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Cigarette smoking is the most frequent factor responsible for development of COPD by leading to oxidant overload in the lower airways, due to presence of its own oxida...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Nowak D,Kasielski M,Antczak A,Pietras T,Bialasiewicz P

更新日期：1999-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a complex and heterogeneous respiratory disease with important extra-pulmonary features and comorbidities. The aim of this study was to assess clinical heterogeneity in a well-defined subgroup of individuals with COPD GOLD D, including possible gender differe...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Sillen MJ,Franssen FM,Delbressine JM,Uszko-Lencer NH,Vanfleteren LE,Rutten EP,Wouters EF,Spruit MA

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:A high rate of seropositivity for antibodies against Helicobacter pylori has been found in many extra-gastrointestinal diseases. In addition, it has been reported that the risk of chronic bronchitis may be increased in subjects infected with H. pylori. This study was designed to determine the H. pylori seroprevalen...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Kanbay M,Gur G,Akcay S,Yilmaz U

更新日期：2005-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Macrolide antibiotics have anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties in addition to antibacterial activity. Until recently, only a small number of studies evaluating macrolides in patients with non-cystic fibrosis (CF) bronchiectasis had been published. These were open-label, uncontrolled, short-duration studi...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Haworth CS,Bilton D,Elborn JS

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Acid gastro-esophageal reflux has been shown associated with chronic pulmonary diseases. The role of non-acid refluxes in these children is still unknown. Therefore we investigated the prevalence of acid and non-acid refluxes, and their association with desaturations, in children with chronic pulmonary sympt...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Thilmany C,Beck-Ripp J,Griese M

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is now the most common indication for single lung transplantation. In long-term follow-up, obliterative bronchiolitis is a major problem. The aim of the present study was to perform a long-term follow-up of the pulmonary function and to examine the effect of development of ...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Bjørtuft O,Geiran OR,Fjeld J,Skovlund E,Johansen B,Boe J

更新日期：1996-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Omalizumab is a recombinant humanized monoclonal anti-IgE antibody approved in adults and adolescents with moderate-to-severe persistent allergic asthma inadequately controlled with inhaled corticosteroids (ICS). EXCELS is an ongoing prospective observational cohort study of approximately 5000 omalizumab-tre...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Chen H,Eisner MD,Haselkorn T,Trzaskoma B

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVES:The process of intermittent hypoxia-reoxygenation produces airway inflammation and endothelial dysfunction that favors the development of cardiovascular disorders in obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS). Nitric oxide (NO) is an important mediator in airway inflammation and the regulation of endothel...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Fortuna AM,Miralda R,Calaf N,González M,Casan P,Mayos M

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Totally implantable venous intravenous access devices (TIVADs) have an essential role in the frequent delivery of antibiotics in cystic fibrosis (CF) patients. This study at the Royal Brompton Hospital (RBH) reports the experience of TIVADs in patients attending the RBH adult CF unit implanted at the RBH and elsewhere...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Kariyawasam HH,Pepper JR,Hodson ME,Geddes DM

更新日期：2000-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The prevalence of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) according to guidelines of today seems considerably higher than has been reported also in recent literature. AIM:To estimate the prevalence of COPD as defined by British Thoracic Society (BTS) criteria and the recent global initiative for chroni...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Lundbäck B,Lindberg A,Lindström M,Rönmark E,Jonsson AC,Jönsson E,Larsson LG,Andersson S,Sandström T,Larsson K,Obstructive Lung Disease in Northern Sweden Studies.

更新日期：2003-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE:COPD is a debilitating disease with increasing mortality worldwide. The BODE index evaluates disease severity and the St George's Respiratory Questionnaire (SGRQ) measures health status. OBJECTIVE:To identify the relationship between BODE index and the SGRQ and to test the predictive value of both tools agai...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Marin JM,Cote CG,Diaz O,Lisboa C,Casanova C,Lopez MV,Carrizo SJ,Pinto-Plata V,Dordelly LJ,Nekach H,Celli BR

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:An ongoing outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has spread around the world. It is debatable whether asymptomatic COVID-19 virus carriers are contagious. We report here a case of the asymptomatic patient and present clinical characteristics of 455 contacts, which aims to study the infectivity of a...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Gao M,Yang L,Chen X,Deng Y,Yang S,Xu H,Chen Z,Gao X

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Haemodynamic studies at rest and during exercise together with radionuclide ventriculography, pulmonary function and clinical well-being assessment were evaluated in ten patients with COPD and secondary pulmonary hypertension (mean PAP 25 mm Hg), before and after 6 months therapy with pirbuterol 20 mg thrice daily. De...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Neilly JB,Carter R,Tweddel A,Martin W,Hutton I,Banham SW,Stevenson RD

更新日期：1989-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To assess the utility of capsaicin test in the differential diagnosis of non-productive causes of chronic cough and to examine the effects of treatment on this reflex. PARTICIPANTS:86 healthy volunteers and 101 patients with chronic cough: asthma (n: 54) gastroesophageal reflux (n: 35) and post-nasal drip s...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Nieto L,de Diego A,Perpiñá M,Compte L,Garrigues V,Martínez E,Ponce J

更新日期：2003-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of the present study was to estimate the societal costs and the key cost drivers for patients with severe asthma in Sweden. In addition, health-related quality of life (HRQOL) and morbidity of patients with severe asthma is described. METHODS:The study population comprised adults with severe asthma ...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Jansson SA,Backman H,Andersson M,Telg G,Lindberg A,Stridsman C,Lundbäck B,Rönmark E

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Surfactant protein-A enhances the phagocytosis and killing of many pathogens, although studying this effect in an assortment of models and different experimental protocols has sometimes yielded conflicting results. In this report, using the human THP-1 cell line as the primary phagocytic cell, we systematically examin...

journal_title：Respiratory medicine

authors： Ding J,Umstead TM,Floros J,Phelps DS

更新日期：2004-07-01 00:00:00