Emphysema

Emphysema Threshold on CT Imaging May Have Predictive Value for COPD
March 16, 2018Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with 5% emphysema based on thoracic computed tomography (CT) imaging may be at a greater risk for poor outcomes.

Lung Cancer Risk May Be Predicted by Frequency of COPD Exacerbations
March 12, 2018Independent predictive factors of lung cancer in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease may include frequency of exacerbations, in addition to airflow obstruction and visual emphysema.

COPD, Respiratory Symptoms Associated With "Western" Diet
March 12, 2018Researchers used data from the Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities Study to assess associations between dietary pattern and pulmonary assessments.

Respiratory Symptoms in Young Adults: Prognostic Value for Later Lung Function?
February 08, 2018Respiratory symptoms that develop between the ages of 18 and 30 may hold prognostic value for later decline in lung function.

Progression of Emphysema With Regular Aspirin Use
January 04, 2018Regular use of aspirin may slow the progression of emphysema.

Measuring Outcomes After Stent Placement: An Interview With Gaetane C. Michaud, MD
December 07, 2017
A Team Approach to Interventional Pulmonology: An Interview With Gaetane C. Michaud, MD
December 05, 2017
Nebulized Glycopyrrolate Improves Lung Function in Severe COPD With CV Risk Factors
October 28, 2017A recent study examined whether nebulized glycopyrrolate is safe to use in patients with severe COPD and comorbid cardiovascular risk factors.

COPD: Concurrent Nebulized Glycopyrrolate, Long-Acting Bronchodilators Safe
October 28, 2017The safety of concurrently administering nebulized glycopyrrolate with long-acting beta agonists was examined in 3 studies.

Improving Lung Function in Heterogenous Emphysema: Endobronchial Valves vs Standard of Care
September 29, 2017Forced expiratory volume in 1 second and length of hospital stay were assess to determine the benefit of endobronchial valve placement vs standard of care in emphysema.

Expert Panel Updates Recommendations for Endoscopic Lung Volume Reduction for Emphysema
September 18, 2017Advanced emphysema may benefit from endoscopic lung reduction treatment.

ACEi, ARB Use Improves Pulmonary Function in Emphysema
July 02, 2017Higher doses were independently linked to slower change in emphysema, especially among former smokers

ACE Inhibitors, ARBs Slow Progression of Emphysema
June 16, 2017Treatment with full-dose angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blockers was found to slow disease progression in patients with emphysema.

Utibron Neohaler Available for Maintenance Treatment of COPD
April 17, 2017Sunovion announces Utibron Neohaler, an inhalation powder for the long term maintenance treatment of airflow obstruction in COPD patients.