Background In some patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), type 2
inflammation may increase exacerbation risk and may be indicated by elevated blood …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patient care must include confirming a diagnosis
with postbronchodilator spirometry. Because of the clinical heterogeneity and the reality that …

This scoping review summarized the evidence regarding the impact of acute exacerbations
of COPD (AECOPD) on patients' health status beyond pulmonary function. PubMed …

Rationale: CFTR (cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator) dysfunction is
associated with mucus accumulation and worsening chronic obstructive pulmonary disease …

Background Quantitative CT is becoming increasingly common for the characterisation of
lung disease; however, its added potential as a clinical tool for predicting severe …

Purpose Role of triple therapy in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
management is supported by growing evidence, but consensus is lacking on various …

Chronic cough (CC;≥ 8 weeks in duration) is a common and burdensome feature of
respiratory diseases. The understanding of cough has progressed significantly in recent …

Discharge bundles, comprising evidence-based practices to be implemented prior to
discharge, aim to optimise patient outcomes. They have been recommended to address …

Abstract Background A Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) phenotype is a
single or group of disease characteristics that describe differences between individuals …

Rationale: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbations are a major cause
of morbidity and mortality, and preventing them is a key treatment target. Long-term …