Lauren Massaro

A methodology to monitor patient-in-the-loop modes and faults was examined using a hybrid automata model that was able to replicate patient’s real-life operation modes.

Gleaning data from real-world studies, investigators determined that commercially developed and open-source automated insulin dosing systems are safe and effective.

Further investigation into the mechanisms of endothelial dysfunction and its role in the pathogenesis of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) may lead to more targeted therapies against the disease.

Study results regarding the clinical spectrum and inheritance pattern of GDF2 pathogenic variants suggest incomplete penetrance and/or variability of expressivity with a semi-dominant pattern of inheritance in the context of PAH.

Investigators discuss the humoral response to enzyme-replacement therapy in their review of the clinical picture and diagnostic confirmation of Fabry disease.

High-flow nasal therapy overcomes some of the barriers associated with noninvasive ventilation, making the novel support beneficial for patients with acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

A population-based study found that patients with a preexisting diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis have a higher risk of developing hidradenitis suppurativa.

The role that eosinophilic chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) plays in the pathogenesis of COPD is not well understood, given the lack of evidence about the subject.

The prevalence of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) underdiagnosis, false diagnosis, and treatment in the primary care setting is high and often inconsistent with Global Initiative for the Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) guidelines.

Further investigation on the pathogenesis and treatment of patients with schistosome-associated pulmonary arterial hypertension (Sch-PAH) may lead to improved symptoms and higher rates of survival.

Investigators anticipate the results will help physicians tailor treatment methods for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and help to better understand the demographic and clinical implications on peak inspiratory flow.

Treatment strategies focused on dopaminergic regeneration rather than symptomatic relief may transform the way Parkinson disease is managed.

A multifaceted approach focused on enforcing basic infection prevention practices and promoting education about Clostridioides difficile (C difficile) transmission led to a reduction in the number of infections in a hospital setting.

While research has examined the implications of the immune system and its contributions to pulmonary arterial hypertension, further research is required to understand the pathobiology of the condition.

A new study aiming to understand sarcoidosis-associated pulmonary hypertension symptoms and their impacts on patients’ lives determined that the Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension-Symptoms and Impact questionnaire could be used to suitably assess patients.

Early identification of psychosocial problems and psychotherapeutic care are critical in mitigating issues of low self-esteem and psychosocial maladjustment in children with growth hormone deficiency (GHD).

Updated evidence provides new insight into safety, efficacy, and challenges of deprescribing.

Patients with chronic cough reported autonomic symptoms with substantially increased frequency and severity when compared with a healthy control population.

Many intrinsic and extrinsic factors hinder primary health care professionals from identifying a patient as having occupational asthma.

Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who experienced handgrip strength (HGS) weakness may be more susceptible to exacerbation, a new study shows.

Relaxed social and professional constraints brought on by pandemic-related lockdowns benefitted the sleep schedules of patients with central hypersomnias.

The health insurance provider said it believes up to 20% of all cataract surgeries may be unnecessary, but ophthalmology groups disagree.

Survey data found that better diagnosis and treatment methods are needed among patients with chronic cough in Japan due to the prevalent nature of the condition.

Many respiratory viruses demonstrated atypical activity levels as compared with previous rates of activity during pre-pandemic seasonality, the CDC said this week.

The manipulation of key enzymes through methods of gene therapy was shown to provide protection against vision loss from multiple retinal conditions.

Comprehensive and multidisciplinary clinical approaches to chronic wound care are important to the management of wounds in older adults, according to a recent review.

Positive drug trial results suggest promising outcomes for adult patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) associated with type 2 diabetes (T2D).

Patients with complex chronic cough reported high satisfactory levels with virtual consultations.

As COVID-19 cases skyrocketed in the United States throughout the pandemic, incidences of other respiratory viral infections dramatically declined.