Articles tagged with Respiration
Research at ATS 2019 reveals that smokers with severe lung function limitation are more likely to die from respiratory causes. In contrast, smokers with mild impairment face a higher risk of heart disease and lung cancer.
A new mutation in the ADAMTS3 gene is associated with breathing difficulties in bulldogs and Norwich terriers. Swelling from edema in the airways can cause respiratory disease, independent of face shape. Screening for this mutation could help identify at-risk dogs and inform breeding practices.
Researchers have identified a DNA mutation linked to breathing problems in dogs, including Norwich terriers with proportional noses. The discovery raises the possibility of genetic tests to identify animals at risk and could help breeders avoid producing affected pups.
Newborns with Apgar scores of 7, 8, and 9 have a higher risk of infections, breathing problems, brain injury, low blood sugar levels, and death compared to those with a perfect score of 10. A small change in score from 10 to 9 at five or ten minutes after birth also increases the risk.
Researchers at Anglia Ruskin University are developing a wearable sensor to monitor respiratory rate in new-born babies, especially in poor areas where access to healthcare is limited. The innovative technology aims to provide faster and more accurate identification of health conditions in new-borns, potentially saving lives.
A new study found that device-guided breathing can improve physiological symptoms in people with severe posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), including lower heart rate and muscle tension. The treatment shows promise for reducing the risk of future hypertension in this population.
A study of university rugby players found that 43% experienced sleep disordered breathing, linked to higher heart rates and lower oxygen levels. This raises concerns about the potential role of SDB in cardiovascular complications among young athletes.
Researchers found people with sleep apnea had 4.5% higher levels of tau in the entorhinal cortex, an area critical for memory and navigation. The study suggests a possible link between sleep apnea and Alzheimer's disease biomarker tau accumulation.
A new sleep index developed by Magdy Younes predicts the success of weaning critically ill patients from mechanical ventilation. Longer durations of full wakefulness are highly correlated with a successful separation, while poor correlation between brain hemispheres predicts failure.
A new study published in Body Image found that higher interoceptive awareness, as measured through mindfulness practices, is associated with more positive body image. The research suggests that individuals who can better tune into their internal bodily signals are less likely to experience negative self-image.
A Vanderbilt University Medical Center study found that using bag-mask ventilation during tracheal intubation improves outcomes and reduces the rate of severely low oxygen levels in half. The procedure, which involves squeezing air from a bag into the mouth for 60 seconds, is now being routinely used at the hospital.
Researchers created a wearable, disposable respiration monitor with high-fidelity readings using inexpensive sensors from Shrinky Dinks. The device helps track breath rate and volume, aiding asthma and cystic fibrosis patients.
Researchers discovered that spittlebug nymphs use their foam bubbles to breathe, but only protrude their abdomens when startled. The insects can also consume oxygen within the larger bubble chamber during their final life stage.
A study by BCN MedTech researchers found that muscle tension significantly reduces human stability, especially in daily stress situations. The study suggests that many young subjects struggle with abdominal breathing, highlighting the need for explicit exploration of breathing difficulties.
A study of air pollution and respiratory emergency room visits found associations between ozone, fine particulate pollution, and increased ER visits for asthma, COPD, and pneumonia, varying by age group and pollutant level. The study suggests that protecting vulnerable populations from air pollution is crucial.
A new smartphone software system can quickly detect early signs of opioid overdoses through acoustic signals and breathing patterns. The technology holds potential as a cost-effective tool for prompt medical intervention in cases where timely action is crucial.
The Second Chance app uses sonar to monitor breathing rate and detect opioid overdose symptoms. It has been shown to accurately identify overdoses 90% of the time and can track movement and breathing from a distance.
Researchers Max Mikel-Stites and Anne Staples investigated Ant-Man's microscale respiration, finding that superhero suits contain a combination of air pumps, compressors, and molecular filters to breathe while insect-sized. Their study could lead to new microfluidic technologies with potential consumer benefits.
Researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine have successfully delivered the weight-loss hormone leptin through the nose to obese mice, alleviating breathing problems during sleep. The study suggests that nasal delivery may overcome leptin resistance and provide a new treatment option for obstructive sleep apnea.
A new study suggests that serotonin-producing neurons contribute to the fail-safe mechanism that ensures recovery from interrupted breathing, which may be disrupted in SIDS cases. The research found that mice with inhibited serotonin neurons had weaker breathing recovery and more instances of sudden death.
A recent study published in JNeurosci found that nose breathing enhances memory consolidation. Researchers compared the effects of nose and mouth breathing during a one-hour consolidation period after participants were exposed to various odors. Nose breathers showed increased odor recognition, suggesting that nose breathing may facilit...
Patients with sleep apnea who experience short interruptions in breathing while sleeping are at a higher risk of death than those with longer interruptions. The study found that patients with the shortest apneas were 31% more likely to die during follow-up.
Researchers found that short apneas and hypopneas were associated with higher mortality risk, even when controlling for AHI. The study suggests a new phenotype of OSA linked to genetic factors and increased risk of hypertension.
A team at the Krembil Research Institute in Toronto has developed a novel strategy to target dormant neurons that can restore breathing following spinal cord injury. The research, published in Nature, shows promise for treating dysfunctional breathing, a major cause of death or disease among people with spinal cord injuries.
University of Montana researchers discovered that ecosystems' carbon balance depends on water availability and annual precipitation thresholds. The study suggests climate models need improvement to accurately predict terrestrial carbon dynamics.
A new study suggests that wearing a device around the waist to prevent supine sleep in late pregnancy can improve both maternal and fetal health outcomes. The intervention reduced supine sleep time and increased minimum oxygen saturations, with minimal impact on maternal perception of sleep quality.
Researchers found a 3% better survival rate for patients who received laryngeal tube (LT) devices on scene compared to traditional intubation breathing tube methods. The study showed that LT devices could potentially save over 10,000 lives annually.
A new type of breathing tube has been shown to increase cardiac arrest survival rates in a multicenter study. The device improved oxygen delivery and reduced errors compared to traditional intubation methods, resulting in higher survival rates among patients.
A new motion-sensing technology uses radio waves to detect a person's presence and location anywhere inside a room, even beyond the sensor's line of sight. The system works by analyzing patterns created by radio waves bouncing around the room, allowing it to distinguish between different scenarios and locate objects or people in space.
Intractable hiccups can occur with underlying medical conditions and impair quality of life. Various treatments including medications, nerve blocks, and alternative remedies are being studied.
A pilot program at Hackensack Meridian Health improved staff confidence in managing airway emergencies through simulation-based training, revised data collection tools, and standardized crash carts. The program resulted in significant gains in readiness, with 41.67% of staff feeling "very confident" in managing respiratory distress.
Researchers have developed a drug delivery system that repairs neural connections controlling breathing in female rats after spinal cord injury. The system, using brain-derived neurotrophic factor, preserves diaphragm function and motor neurons responsible for muscle activation.
Researchers at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center have developed a new, non-invasive approach to reshape the nasal tissue and improve airflow. The Vivaer Nasal Airway Remodeling device uses radiofrequency energy to treat nasal obstruction, a condition that affects millions of Americans.
A new study from Trinity College Dublin explains the link between breath-focused meditation and attention, revealing that regulated breathing can enhance cognitive function. The research shows that synchronising breathing patterns with attention levels can lead to improved focus and reduced mind wandering.
The ATS Foundation and ResMed have partnered on a new two-year research fellowship to study sleep apnea and positive airway pressure. This funding will support future leaders in the sleep field and help patients with sleep apnea, a public health crisis that affects millions worldwide.
Researchers found that coordinated brain activity between the amygdala, prefrontal cortex, and olfactory system is linked to freeze behavior in mice. The study suggests that rhythmic breathing can help regulate emotional states and provides potential avenues for anxiety-reducing therapies.
A preliminary study found an investigational drug, RG7916, to increase survival and function in babies with type 1 spinal muscular atrophy by up to 6.5 times the normal amount of SMN protein. The study, which is ongoing, aims to determine if this treatment will provide meaningful benefits for children with SMA.
The new MR Multitasking technique allows for faster and more comfortable cardiac MRI tests by continuously acquiring image data, separating motion from other changes into multiple time dimensions. This method was found to be accurate in testing healthy volunteers and cardiac patients, completing tests in as little as 90 seconds.
A new protocol for treating fentanyl overdoses has shown that most patients can be safely discharged within two hours of arrival if given the antidote promptly. The study found that only one in nine patients required hospital admission, and complications were extremely rare.
A case-control study in the UK and USA found rare genetic mutations associated with impaired breathing muscles in children who died from sudden infant death syndrome. The study suggests a possible genetic element to the disorder, but more research is needed to understand the link and potential treatments.
A recent study suggests that college-age football linemen may be at higher risk for sleep-disordered breathing due to their physical conditioning. The study compared data from football linemen and track athletes, finding that the linemen had significantly larger necks and increased risk for sleep apnea despite having less body fat.
Severe sleep-disordered breathing is linked with increased arterial stiffness in heart failure patients. Treating obstructive sleep apnea and other breathing abnormalities, such as CPAP devices, may lead to improved prognosis by reducing arterial stiffness.
Researchers found that silencing astrocytes in the brain's breathing center caused rats to breathe at a lower rate and tire out on a treadmill earlier. Astrocytes were shown to use adenosine triphosphate (ATP) to communicate with other cells, and their modulation was linked to changes in oxygen levels.
A Swedish study found that nearly one-third of pugs have abnormal gait, associated with breathing problems, incontinence, and neurological disorders. The prevalence of gait abnormalities was higher than previously thought, suggesting a more significant health issue.
A new study from UT scientists finds that buprenorphine, a drug used to treat opioid addiction, can impair the ability of obese mice to vary their breathing. This discovery may encourage similar studies in humans, who also need to achieve tasks like climbing stairs and respond to challenges such as disease and surgical stress.
Researchers found that sleep apnea after a stroke significantly increased the risk of experiencing another stroke or dying. The study also identified a strong association between Mexican-American ethnicity and a higher risk of recurrent stroke or death.
A trial by The BMJ found that simple breathing training with a physiotherapist before surgery halves the incidence of postoperative respiratory complications. The researchers suggest this service could be considered for all patients awaiting upper abdominal surgery.
Physicists at the University of Sussex have developed a new, affordable, and non-invasive wearable health monitor that can detect heart and breathing abnormalities in babies. The technology uses graphene-based liquid sensors to track vital signs wirelessly.
Researchers found that urban streams have more pharmaceutical pollution than suburban counterparts, leading to changes in microbial communities. The study suggests that urban streams harbor resistant microbes that can maintain ecological function despite pharmaceutical exposure.
A team of researchers has successfully developed a novel method for separating isotopes using a flexible porous material. By exploiting the dynamic change in pore dimensions, they can selectively adsorb and desorb desired gas components, leading to improved separation efficiency and selectivity.
A new study by Michigan Medicine finds that babies with spina bifida have early symptoms of sleep-disordered breathing, which can contribute to lifelong issues with neurodevelopment. The research team identified SDB in all 20 newborns with the most serious form of spina bifida.
A self-taught breathing retraining program shows similar results to face-to-face training with a physiotherapist in improving symptoms, mood, and ability to conduct day-to-day activities. The program is cheaper and less resource-intensive than physiotherapist training.
A study by the University of Southampton found that breathing exercises can significantly improve the quality of life for people with asthma. The interventions, which included DVD and face-to-face physiotherapy, reduced asthma attacks and lower NHS healthcare costs.
Scientists at Scripps Research Institute developed new opioid pain relievers that are as potent as morphine but do not slow or stop breathing, reducing the risk of overdose. The compounds show a spectrum of bias between signaling pathways, providing an opportunity to expand the therapeutic window and administer drugs safely.
Research discovered a developmental abnormality in babies' brains that increases risk of SIDS when sleeping on their front. The abnormality affects the control of breathing, heartbeat, and responses to oxygen deprivation.
A new set of breathing techniques, developed by Dr. J Tod Olin, has been shown to effectively treat symptoms of EILO in athletes. The techniques, which include the tongue variant, tooth variant, and lip variant, help athletes open their obstructed airways during high-intensity exercise.
The abdominal hypoppressive technique, widely marketed as a treatment for leaky bladder and pelvic organ prolapse, has no scientific evidence to support its benefits. Despite its widespread use by over 1500 coaches in 14 countries, experts conclude that it lacks the necessary evidence-based validation.
A new study suggests that enhancing breathing via the brain may limit respiratory muscle dysfunction in Duchenne muscular dystrophy patients. Researchers found that the brain compensates for respiratory muscle weakness by increasing diaphragm activation in mice with dystrophin deficiency.
Children's National Hospital implemented a quality-improvement initiative that reduces the number of unintended extubations in newborns, leading to significant savings. By limiting daily chest X-rays to twice a week, the hospital was able to reduce unplanned extubations and lower costs by $1.6 million annually.
A new software algorithm turns low-cost thermal cameras into portable, low-cost breathing monitors for elderly people, sleep apnea sufferers, and babies at risk for SIDS. The system can detect breathing problems in real-world movement and temperature changes.