Animal models and mechanisms of tobacco smoke-induced chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Source : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37183431/
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the third leading cause of death worldwide, and its global health burden is increasing. COPD is characterized by emphysema, mucus hypersecretion, and persistent lung...
As animal models continue to aid in defining the pathobiological mechanisms of and possible novel therapeutic interventions for COPD, the advantages and disadvantages of each animal model are discussed.
Cytokine-targeted therapies for asthma and COPD
Source : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37076177/
Asthma affects over 300 million people worldwide and its prevalence is increasing. COPD is the third leading cause of death globally. Asthma and COPD are complex inflammatory diseases of the...
Recent advancements in understanding asthma and COPD have led to targeted biologic treatments for asthma, but COPD treatments still lack effective targeted therapies despite significant research into disease mechanisms and phenotypes.
Identifying risk factors for COPD and adult-onset asthma: an umbrella review
Source : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37137510/
Many different factors for COPD and asthma have been found, highlighting the differences and similarities. The results of this systematic review can be used to target and identify people at...
Many different factors for COPD and asthma have been found, highlighting the differences and similarities. The results of this systematic review can be used to target and identify people at high risk for COPD or AOA.
The role of diet and nutrition in the management of COPD
Source : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37286221/
In 2014, the European Respiratory Society published a statement on nutritional assessment and therapy in COPD. Since then, increasing research has been performed on the role of diet and nutrition...
Recent advancements highlight diet's role in COPD, influencing disease development and management. Tailored nutritional strategies, including timely interventions during exacerbations, offer promising avenues for improving outcomes in COPD patients.
GOLD COPD DOCUMENT 2023: a brief update for practicing cardiologists
Source : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37233751/
Many patients seen by cardiologists suffer chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in addition to their primary cardiovascular problem. Yet, quite often COPD has not been diagnosed and, consequently, patients have...
GOLD 2023 recommendations that highlights those aspects of more interest for practicing cardiologists dealing with patients with CVD who may suffer COPD.