Biomass Smoke –Associated Lung Diseases

AbstractPurpose of ReviewThe aim of our review is to describe biomass-related lung diseases and their different phenotypes, associations, challenges in diagnosis, and treatment options.Recent FindingsPeople over 60  years and exposed to high biomass smoke had higher odds of having respiratory morbidity. Approximately 30% of biomass smoke–exposed individuals have pulmonary function testing abnormalities. Biomass exposure increases the risk of developing COPD. Indacaterol and tiotropium may be recommended as a first line of treatment for biomass associated COPD. Liquid petroleum gas, improving cookstoves, or improving indoor ventilation can improve lung function.SummaryThree billion worldwide are exposed to biomass fuel, predominantly in rural areas, leading to a large disease burden. Biomass-associated lung diseases can vary from increased respiratory infections, asthma, COPD, bronchiectasis, right middle lobe syndrome, and interstitial lung disease.
Source: Current Respiratory Care Reports - Category: Respiratory Medicine Source Type: research