There is renewed interest in non–cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis, which is a cause of
significant morbidity in adults and can be diagnosed by high-resolution chest computed …

Newborn screening for cystic fibrosis (CF) offers the opportunity for early medical and
nutritional intervention that can lead to improved outcomes. Management of the …

Abbreviations: ACE angiotensin-converting enzyme; ACP American College of Physicians;
A/D antihistamine/decongestant; ATS American Thoracic Society; BPC bronchoprovocation …

ContextPostoperative pulmonary complications (PPCs) after coronary artery bypass graft
(CABG) surgery are a major source of morbidity and mortality, and increase length of …

Background People with non‐cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis commonly experience chronic
cough and sputum production, features that may be associated with progressive decline in …

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disease characterized by dehydration of airway surface
liquid and impaired mucociliary clearance. As a result, there is difficulty clearing pathogens …

Background Cough provides high expiratory airflows to aerosolize and remove material that
cannot be adequately removed by ciliary action. Cough is particularly important for clearing …

Airway clearance therapy (ACT) is used in a variety of settings for a variety of ailments.
These guidelines were developed from a systematic review with the purpose of determining …

Airborne pathogens pose high risks in terms of both contraction and transmission within the
respiratory pathways, particularly the nasal region. However, there is little in the way of …

Las bronquiectasias son el resultado final de enfermedades diferentes que tienen puntos de
manejo comunes. Suelen cursar con infección e inflamación bronquiales crónicas que se …