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Researchers at Pulmonary Associates to study airway bypass procedure for severe emphysema
Researchers at Pulmonary Associates today announced the start of the EASE (Exhale Airway Stents for Emphysema) Trial, an international, multi-center clinical trial to explore an investigational treatment that may offer a new, minimally invasive option for those suffering with advanced widespread emphysema. view more (2008-02-12)
A meaty, salty, starchy diet may impact chronic lung disease
A new study finds that eating mostly meat, refined starches, and sodium may increase the likelihood of developing chronic respiratory symptoms, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). view more (2005-11-16)
Emphysema severity directly linked to coal dust exposure
Coal dust exposure is directly linked to severity of emphysema in smokers and nonsmokers alike, according to new research from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). view more (2009-07-24)
Cold virus found to manipulate genes
Sneezing, runny nose and chills? You might blame the human rhinovirus (HRV), which causes 30 to 50 percent of common colds. But in reality, it's not the virus itself but HRV's ability to manipulate your genes that is the true cause of some of the most annoying cold symptoms. view more (2008-10-27)
Older people missing out on asthma treatment
As many as two per cent of older people are missing out on asthma treatment - equivalent to one in five people over the age of 65 with the disease - shows research in Thorax.* Six thousand patients aged 65 and above, from 21 general practitioner lists in Bristol, south west England, were surveyed. The intention was to find out about the extent... view more... (2001-05-16)
Two-drug treatment may block source of asthma and chronic bronchitis
Current treatments for asthma and chronic bronchitis aren't able to address the ultimate source of the problem-they can only alleviate symptoms. view more (2006-02-02)
Gene may inhibit smokers from quitting
Smokers with a particular genetic make-up (genotype) may find it harder to give up their habit, suggest Japanese researchers in Thorax. The presence of a CYP2A6del allele, a specific form of the gene involved in processing nicotine in the body, may inhibit smokers from quitting, but it also seems to protect against the development of pulmonary... view more... (2003-06-27)
New American College of Surgeons risk calculator determines colorectal surgery risk
New research published in the June issue of the Journal of the American College of Surgeons shows that a risk calculator developed by the American College of Surgeons (ACS) can help surgeons provide patients with more detailed and accurate preoperative information about the risk of death and complications following colorectal surgery. view more (2009-06-12)
Beta carotene slows decline in lung power associated with ageing
Beta carotene, a precursor to vitamin A, slows the decline in lung power associated with ageing, reveals research in Thorax. view more (2006-03-23)
Excess pneumonia deaths linked to engine exhaust
Engine exhaust fumes are linked to excess deaths from pneumonia across England, suggests research published in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health. view more (2008-04-15)
‘Dutch Nobel Prize’ for three researchers
The Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research, NWO, has announced the names of the three researchers who are to receive an NWO/SPINOZA Award for 2000. Each laureate will receive the sum of NLG 3m (EUR 1.36m) in recognition of their exceptional contribution to science. The Dutch minister of Science & Education will hand the awards in The... view more... (2001-01-23)
Gene-chip studies provide new leads in treating lung disease of premature newborns
Some 20 to 40 percent of extremely premature infants suffer abnormal lung development leading to bronchopulmonary dysplasia, a chronic lung disease that can cause long-term breathing problems. view more (2007-10-04)
World Trade Center dust cuts lung function capability in rescue workers
New York City firemen and emergency personnel exposed to dust from the collapse of the World Trade Center buildings experienced a decrease in lung function capability equal to 12 years of age-related decline during the year following the 9/11 disaster. view more (2006-08-01)
Oxygen Treatment - New guidelines for use inside and outside the home
Oxygen therapy has long been recognised as helping some patients with COPD live longer, and it is estimated that around 18,000 patients benefit from the treatment each year in the UK. view more (1999-07-23)
African-Americans have unique lung cancer risks from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Scientists at the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center have developed a risk prediction assessment for lung cancer specifically for African Americans that suggests a greater risk from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). view more (2008-09-05)
Heavy smokers who cut their smoking in half may reduce their risk of lung cancer
Heavy smokers (more than 15 cigarettes per day) can reduce their risk of lung cancer if they decrease smoking by 50 percent, according to a study in the September 28 issue of JAMA. view more (2005-09-28)
Monoclonal antibody reduces exacerbations in asthmatics
Patients with symptomatic moderate asthma who were treated with anti-tumor necrosis factor alpha, an anti-inflammatory monoclonal antibody, experienced significantly fewer disease exacerbations than individuals taking a placebo. view more (2006-10-02)
Genetic factors in smoking also increase risk of chronic bronchitis
Smoking is a known risk factor for respiratory diseases like chronic bronchitis, but genes also play a significant role in its development, according to researchers in Sweden, who studied more than 40,000 Swedish twins to determine the extent to which behavior, environment and genes each play a role ion the development of chronic bronchitis. view more (2008-02-29)
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