Physiology and pathophysiology of human airway mucus
The mucus clearance system is the dominant mechanical host defense system of the human
lung. Mucus is cleared from the lung by cilia and airflow, including both two-phase gas-liquid …
lung. Mucus is cleared from the lung by cilia and airflow, including both two-phase gas-liquid …
[HTML][HTML] Mucus plugs in the airways of asthmatic subjects and smoking status
C Audousset, S Swaleh, R Olivenstein… - Respiratory …, 2024 - Springer
Background Mucus plugs have been described in the airways of asthmatic subjects,
particularly those with associated with type 2 inflammation and sputum eosinophilia. In the …
particularly those with associated with type 2 inflammation and sputum eosinophilia. In the …
[HTML][HTML] Airway Mucus Plugs in Community-Living Adults: A Study Protocol
Introduction: Mucus pathology plays a critical role in airway diseases like chronic bronchitis
(CB) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Up to 32% of community-living …
(CB) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Up to 32% of community-living …