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 plasma omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid levels have been shown to be associated with a slower progression of percent emphysema.
Asthma is associated with increased risk of abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) and rupture, according to research published online in Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biology.
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.
