Potential Sex Differences in Chronic Cough Triggers
Women with chronic cough in the United States and United Kingdom were more likely to have a higher number of cough triggers.
General Pulmonology
Pulse Oximetry, Vital Signs May Predict Hospital LOS in Pediatric Asthma Exacerbations
Heart rate, respiratory rate, and oxygen saturation (SpO2) levels with percentile-based cutoffs can predict the risk of prolonged hospitalization in pediatric asthma exacerbations.
Lung Involvement in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Linked to Greater Inpatient Mortality
Lung involvement during hospitalization for systemic lupus erythematosus may be associated with greater inpatient mortality.
Antiplatelet Therapy May Increase Minor Bleeding Events During EBUS-TBNA
While the incidence of minor bleeding events during endobronchial ultrasound with transbronchial needle aspiration is higher in patients who receive antiplatelet medications, these medications are still warranted in select patients.
High PUFAs May Slow Emphysema Progression, Lower Pulmonary Disease Risk
High plasma omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid levels have been shown to be associated with a slower progression of percent emphysema.
Does Having Asthma Up the Risk of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm?
Asthma is associated with increased risk of abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) and rupture, according to research published online in Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biology.
Vit D Supplementation May Cut Missed School Days for Asthmatics
Vitamin D3 supplementation significantly increased serum 25(OH)D levels and reduced the amount of missed school days (P=0.04) compared to placebo, a recent study has shown.
