Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is characterised by an inappropriate/
excessive inflammatory response of the lungs to respiratory pollutants, mainly tobacco …

Reactive oxygen species, either directly or via the formation of lipid peroxidation products,
may play a role in enhancing inflammation through the activation of stress kinases (c-Jun …

One hundred million deaths were caused by tobacco in the 20th century, and it is estimated
that there will be up to one billion deaths attributed to tobacco use in the 21st century …

Asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are inflammatory lung diseases
that are characterized by systemic and chronic localized inflammation and oxidative stress …

Cigarette smoke exposure is the major cause of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
(COPD). However, only a minority of smokers develop significant COPD, and patients with …

Occupational exposure is an important risk factor for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
(COPD), and silica dust is one of the most important occupational respiratory toxins …

Cigarette smoking results in oxidative stress and inflammation in the lungs, which are
involved in the pathogenesis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). 4-Hydroxy-2 …

COPD is a progressive condition involving chronic inflammation and parenchymal
destruction with resulting airflow limitation. COPD is associated with worsening airflow …

Background Few studies have investigated the short-term respiratory effects of ambient air
pollution in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients in the context of high …

Despite the significant health risks resulting from tobacco use, the prevalence of smokers
worldwide remains high. Cigarette smoking is one of the major sources of toxic chemical …