Editorial Board
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Source: Respiratory Medicine - December 1, 2023 Category: Respiratory Medicine Source Type: research

Chest imaging classification in Mycoplasma pneumoniae pneumonia is associated with its clinical features and outcomes
The imaging findings of Mycoplasma pneumoniae pneumonia (MPP) vary; however, few studies have focused on the relationship of imaging classification with clinical manifestations and outcomes. (Source: Respiratory Medicine)
Source: Respiratory Medicine - December 1, 2023 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Xia Huang, Haiyan Gu, Ruxi Wu, Lei Chen, Tian Lv, Xinyi Jiang, Huili Li, Bin Guo, Jie Liu, Dan Li, Deyu Zhao, Feng Liu Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

Angiographic findings of pulmonary arterial involvement in Behcet's Disease: Do they correlate with symptoms and acute phase response?
In this study, we aimed to describe computed tomography pulmonary angiography (CTPA) findings of pulmonary involvement and its correlation with symptoms and acute phase response in BD. (Source: Respiratory Medicine)
Source: Respiratory Medicine - November 28, 2023 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Aysun Aksoy, Derya Kocakaya, Ozlem Demircioglu, Nuri Cagatay Cimsit, Bedrettin Yildizeli, Sait Karakurt, Haner Direskeneli, Fatma Alibaz-Oner Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

Asthma control and associated risk factors among adults with current asthma: Findings from 2019 behavioral risk factor surveillance system asthma call-back survey
This study aimed to determine the prevalence and predictors of uncontrolled asthma among adults ( ≥18 years) with current asthma in the United States. (Source: Respiratory Medicine)
Source: Respiratory Medicine - November 25, 2023 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Lauren Freels, Abigail Herman, Stephanie Lukas, Amy Hai Yan Chan, Christina Joanne Pearce, Joel Arackal, Kebede Beyene Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

Systematic literature review of traits and outcomes reported in randomised controlled trials of asthma with regular dosing of inhaled corticosteroids with short-acting β2-agonist reliever, as-needed ICS/formoterol, or ICS/formoterol maintenance and reliever therapy
Asthma treatments based solely on diagnostic label do not benefit patients equally. To identify patient traits that may be associated with improved treatment response to regular inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) dosing with short-acting β2-agonist reliever or ICS/formoterol-containing therapy, a systematic literature review (SLR) was conducted. (Source: Respiratory Medicine)
Source: Respiratory Medicine - November 23, 2023 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Nicolas Roche, Arzu Yorganc ıoğlu, Alvaro A. Cruz, Gabriel Garcia, Kim L. Lavoie, P.G. Abhijith, Manish Verma, Anurita Majumdar, Swarnendu Chatterjee Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

Contrasting healthcare costs of COPD and asthma in elderly
We present the change in the burden of asthma and COPD in those aged ≥60 years in Finland from 1996-2018. (Source: Respiratory Medicine)
Source: Respiratory Medicine - November 21, 2023 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Tiina Mattila, Tuula Vasankari, Fredrik Herse, Riikka-Leena Leskel ä, Marina Erhola, Heidi Avellan-Hietanen, Sanna Toppila-Salmi, Tari Haahtela Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

Impact of wearing a surgical facemask during exercise on dyspnea in patients with chronic pulmonary infections: A randomized crossover study
Wearing facemasks in public is effective in preventing viral transmission. However, no study has evaluated the impact of wearing facemasks during exercise on dyspnea in patients with chronic pulmonary infections from multifaceted aspects, including sensory qualities and emotional responses. The aim of this study was to evaluate facemask-related dyspnea during exercise in this patient population. (Source: Respiratory Medicine)
Source: Respiratory Medicine - November 20, 2023 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Masahiro Shirata, Kensuke Nishioka, Nobuyoshi Hamao, Issei Oi, Yu Hidaka, Yumiko Ibi, Seiichiro Imai, Susumu Sato, Toyohiro Hirai, Isao Ito Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

Accurate and continuous respiratory rate using touchless monitoring technology
Respiratory rate is a commonly used vital sign with various clinical applications. It serves as a crucial marker of acute health issues and any significant alteration in respiratory rate may be an early warning sign of major issues such as infections in the respiratory tract, respiratory failure, or cardiac arrest. Timely recognition of changes in respiratory rate enables prompt medical action, while neglecting to detect a change may lead to adverse patient outcomes. Here, we report on the performance of respiratory rate determined using a depth sensing camera system (RRdepth) which allows for continuous, non-contact ‘to...
Source: Respiratory Medicine - November 20, 2023 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Paul S. Addison, Carolyn Cohen, Ulf R. Borg, Andr é Antunes, Dean Montgomery, Paul Batchelder Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

The longitudinal association between physical activity, strength and fitness, and lung function: A UK Biobank cohort study
This study investigated the longitudinal association between physical activity and related measures (grip strength, cardiovascular fitness) and lung function decline. (Source: Respiratory Medicine)
Source: Respiratory Medicine - November 19, 2023 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: LS Katrina Li, Rasia Cassim, Jennifer L. Perret, Shyamali C. Dharmage, Adrian J. Lowe, Caroline J. Lodge, Melissa A. Russell Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

Magnetic resonance in nontuberculous mycobacteria pulmonary disease: A new approach
Computed tomography (CT) is currently the most accurate imaging technique in the diagnosis and follow-up of infectious and non-infectious chronic lung diseases. In particular, it is considered the gold standard for the evaluation of nontuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) lung diseases [1] and, in general, for all bronchiectatic diseases [2]. However, due to the chronic status of these diseases, exposure to ionising radiation throughout the patient's life need to be considered [3]. (Source: Respiratory Medicine)
Source: Respiratory Medicine - November 17, 2023 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Riccardo Paggi, Caterina Giannessi, Giulia Zantonelli, Chiara Moroni, Diletta Cozzi, Edoardo Cavigli, Filippo Bartalesi, Vittorio Miele, Alessandro Bartoloni, Jessica Mencarini Tags: Short communication Source Type: research

Association between self-reported falling risk and risk of hospitalization for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
The association between self-report falling risk in persons with COPD and hospitalization has not been previously explored. (Source: Respiratory Medicine)
Source: Respiratory Medicine - November 16, 2023 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Katherine C. Ritchey, Abebaw M. Yohannes, Emily R. Locke, Sunny Chen, Tracy Simpson, Catherine Battaglia, Ranak B. Trivedi, Erik R. Swenson, Jeff Edelman, Vincent S. Fan Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

Guest Editor ’s bio: Dr. Linda Rogers
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Source: Respiratory Medicine - November 16, 2023 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Linda Rogers Source Type: research

High-flow nasal cannula may prolong the length of hospital stay in patients with hypercapnic acute COPD exacerbation
High-flow nasal cannula (HFNC) is increasingly used in patients with acute exacerbation of COPD (AECOPD). We aimed to confirm whether the baseline bicarbonate is an independent predictor of outcomes in patients with hypercapnic AECOPD receiving HFNC. (Source: Respiratory Medicine)
Source: Respiratory Medicine - November 11, 2023 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Jingen Xia, Haopu Yang, Qingyuan Zhan, Yubo Fan, Chen Wang Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

The future landscape of immunology in COPD: A bibliometric analysis
This study was conducted to provide a comparative and comprehensive analysis of the last 50 years of research in the immunology of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and to identify future research priorities and directions. (Source: Respiratory Medicine)
Source: Respiratory Medicine - November 10, 2023 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Yujie Sun, Fan Jiang, Rui Li, Li Xiao Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

Implementation of a prospective screening strategy to identify adults with a telomere biology disorder among those undergoing lung transplant evaluation for interstitial lung disease
Patients with interstitial lung disease (ILD) secondary to telomere biology disorders (TBD) experience increased morbidity after lung transplantation. Identifying patients with TBD may allow for personalized management to facilitate better outcomes. However, establishing a TBD diagnosis in adults is challenging. (Source: Respiratory Medicine)
Source: Respiratory Medicine - November 9, 2023 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Lauren G. Banaszak, Kelcy Smith-Simmer, Kyle Shoger, Lauren Lovrien, Amy Malik, Nathan Sandbo, Samir Sultan, Robert Guzy, Erin Lowery, Jane E. Churpek Tags: Original Research Source Type: research