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Dupilumab Improves Pre-, Postbronchodilator Lung Function Measures in Patients With COPD, Type 2 Inflammation

May 23rd 2024

Two abstracts presented at the American Thoracic Society 2024 International Conference analyzed the phase 3 LIBERTY COPD BOREAS trial, finding that dupilumab improves pre- and post-bronchodilator lung function measures in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and type 2 (T2) inflammation.

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Patients With COPD, PRISm at Increased All-Cause, Cause-Specific Mortality Risk

May 20th 2024

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Study: Italian Patients With COPD at High Risk of Severe Cardiovascular Events

May 16th 2024

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Low COPD Diagnosis Rate Among Japanese Patients Indicates Underdiagnosis

May 7th 2024

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Study: Anxiety May Increase Acute Exacerbation Risk for Older Patients With COPD

May 2nd 2024

Continuing Medical Education
June 1st 2024

Advances and Best Practices for Managed Care Pharmacists and the Treatment of Patients with Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency

1.0 Credit / Pulmonology/Respiratory

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November 12th 2020

Review Examines Environmental Impact of Inhaler Choice in the UK

Skylar Jeremias
Switching patients from pressurized metered dose inhalers (pMDIs) to dry powder inhalers (DPIs) could both reduce health care system’s carbon footprint and result in more satisfied patients.
Nicola Hanania, MD, MS, Baylor College of Medicine
November 7th 2020

Dr Nicola Hanania: Why Combination Bronchodilators Should Be First-Line Therapy

Combination bronchodilators are available and have been shown to improve both symptoms and lung function, explained Nicola Hanania, MD, MS, of Baylor College of Medicine.
Graphic of a pair of lungs
November 2nd 2020

Researchers Probe Factors Behind Higher Mortality Risks in COPD

Skylar Jeremias
Two CHEST 2020 abstracts looked at mortality risks for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Nicola Hanania, MD, MS, Baylor College of Medicine
October 30th 2020

Dr Nicola Hanania Examines COPD Clinical Uncertainties

Major issues still surround COPD treatment, noted Nicola Hanania, MD, MS, pulmonary critical care physician and director, Airway Clinical Research Center, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas.
Illustration of lungs
October 28th 2020

Early-Onset COPD Often Associated With Family History, Study Says

Skylar Jeremias
A study analyzed the personal and family history of patients who developed chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) before age 50.
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October 17th 2020

Morbidity, Barriers to COPD Care More Prevalent Among Patients Living in Rural Counties

Jaime Rosenberg
A new national study is highlighting disparities in morbidity and barriers to care that face patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) living in in rural areas.
Periods of Acute Exercise Do Not Significantly Alter Concentrations of Inflammatory Mediators in COPD
October 10th 2020

Periods of Acute Exercise Do Not Significantly Alter Concentrations of Inflammatory Mediators in COPD

Jaime Rosenberg
While researchers found short periods of acute exercise did not significantly increase circulating concentrations of fibrinogen and C-reactive protein in patients with COPD, they did observe increases in total leukocyte and blood neutrophil counts.
Despite New Types, Correct Inhaler Use Remains Low Among Elderly Patients With COPD
October 8th 2020

Despite New Types, Correct Inhaler Use Remains Low Among Elderly Patients With COPD

Jaime Rosenberg
Just 24.7% of elderly patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) included in the study demonstrated correct usage of their inhaler.
Researchers Identify Which COPD Markers Impact CVD Outcomes, Mortality
October 3rd 2020

Researchers Identify Which COPD Markers Impact CVD Outcomes, Mortality

This is the first large observational study to assess the relationship between accelerated forced expiratory volume in 1 second decline and the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) outcomes and mortality for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Researchers Say Provider Education on Steroid Stewardship Is Warranted for AECOPD
October 2nd 2020

Researchers Say Provider Education on Steroid Stewardship Is Warranted for AECOPD

Jaime Rosenberg
The researchers found that just 13% of participating providers adhered to the recommended low dose (40 mg) of oral prednisone for patients with acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (AECOPD).
COPD May Increase Risk of All-Cause Mortality Among Patients With Heart Failure
September 25th 2020

COPD May Increase Risk of All-Cause Mortality Among Patients With Heart Failure

Jaime Rosenberg
Data from a meta-analysis suggest chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) could increase the risk of long-term all-cause mortality for patients with heart failure.
Dying Patients With COPD Subjected to Testing Despite Shift to Comfort Care, Study Finds
September 23rd 2020

Dying Patients With COPD Subjected to Testing Despite Shift to Comfort Care, Study Finds

Jaime Rosenberg
Researchers found that 12% of patients underwent testing even after care teams determined they were actively dying of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and the aim of care shifted to comfort.
Cognitive Impairment Linked to COPD Worsening, Study Says
September 19th 2020

Cognitive Impairment Linked to COPD Worsening, Study Says

Allison Inserro
The findings have implications for patient self-management of their chronic disease, and clinicians should screen for worsened cognitive function, the researchers wrote.
Woman out for a run
September 12th 2020

Assessing COPD Using PROs and Exercise Test Outcomes

Laura Joszt, MA
The assessment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) now allows for the evaluation of various patient-reported outcomes (PROs); however, these PROs assess different disease features than exercise test outcomes.
Image of lungs
September 11th 2020

Homocysteine Level Tied to COPD Severity, Study Says

AJMC Staff
The same group of patients had their homocysteine level tested when their COPD was exacerbated and also when it was not.
Predicting COPD Exacerbations With Remote Patient Monitoring
September 4th 2020

Predicting COPD Exacerbations With Remote Patient Monitoring

Jaime Rosenberg
Remote patient monitoring of patients with COPD can offer clues about what happens before an exacerbation.
Review Finds Sarcopenia in COPD Drives Poorer Clinical Outcomes
September 3rd 2020

Review Finds Sarcopenia in COPD Drives Poorer Clinical Outcomes

Jaime Rosenberg
A review on the diagnosis, prevalence, and clinical impact of sarcopenia in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has found that sarcopenia is both prevalent and negatively impacts clinical outcomes in patients with the disease.
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August 28th 2020

Reduced Muscle Mass Can Predict Risk of Malnutrition, Prolonged Hospital Stay in COPD

Jaime Rosenberg
Can muscle mass predict whether patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease have a longer hospital stay?
Untangling the Effects of Hospital Distance on Stays for COPD
August 24th 2020

Untangling the Effects of Hospital Distance on Stays for COPD

Skylar Jeremias
Researchers sought to determine the influence of geographic distance from a hospital on patients' length of stay or emergency department presentation for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
What Are the Factors Predicting Mortality in Patients Using NIV for COPD?
August 19th 2020

What Are the Factors Predicting Mortality in Patients Using NIV for COPD?

Jaime Rosenberg
Advanced age, prolonged use of non-invasive ventilation (NIV), and unsuccessful response to NIV are independent predictors for long-term mortality in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), according to a recent report.
Treatment Failure Less Likely With HFNC Than NIV Among Patients With COPD, Study Finds
August 15th 2020

Treatment Failure Less Likely With HFNC Than NIV Among Patients With COPD, Study Finds

Jaime Rosenberg
Compared with non-invasive ventilation (NIV), high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC) oxygen therapy carried less risk of treatment failure and had better tolerance and comfort among patients.
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August 12th 2020

Fitbit-Type Devices Useful for Coaching but Not Clinically Accurate in COPD

Skylar Jeremias
Activity trackers, like Fitbits, are not accurate enough for clinical use but may be helpful for coaching in conditions like COPD, a study says.
Study: Muscle Loss May Lead to Higher Mortality and Costs for Patients Hospitalized for COPD
August 8th 2020

Study: Muscle Loss May Lead to Higher Mortality and Costs for Patients Hospitalized for COPD

Skylar Jeremias
A new study has found that muscle loss can lead to increased rates of mortality and morbidity in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). However, one expert remains skeptical whether the study represents the full scope of patients at risk.
Continued Cough Reflex Hypersensitivity After COPD Exacerbation Predicts More Attacks
August 5th 2020

Continued Cough Reflex Hypersensitivity After COPD Exacerbation Predicts More Attacks

Jaime Rosenberg
Researchers found that cough reflex sensitivity is amplified during chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbation and reduces after recovery, while its persistence can help serve as a predictor for future exacerbations.
Light Exercise May Cut Exacerbations, Hospital Readmissions in AECOPD
August 1st 2020

Light Exercise May Cut Exacerbations, Hospital Readmissions in AECOPD

Skylar Jeremias
A shorter course of pulmonary rehabilitation, with phone support, improved symptoms and reduced hospital readmissions for patients with post-acute exacerbation in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (AECOPD).
Researchers Determine Repeatability Limits, Predictive Equation for COPD Inhalers
July 31st 2020

Researchers Determine Repeatability Limits, Predictive Equation for COPD Inhalers

Jaime Rosenberg
Using data from 2 phase 2 trials, researchers were able to determine the peak inspiratory flow (PIF) repeatability limit, and show that the 2 highest of 3 PIF values met the repeatedly limit.
Coexisting COPD Increases Mortality in Patients With More Severe Asthma
July 24th 2020

Coexisting COPD Increases Mortality in Patients With More Severe Asthma

Allison Inserro
The health burden of comorbid chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma is known to be greater than when either condition exists on its own. An upcoming study shows that COPD is linked with greater all-cause mortality and greater risk of mortality in patients with coexisting asthma who also had long-term use of corticosteroids.
Understanding Clinical Considerations for Patients With Both COPD, Cardiovascular Disease
July 18th 2020

Understanding Clinical Considerations for Patients With Both COPD, Cardiovascular Disease

Rachel Lutz
A recent review discussed how to manage comorbid cardiovascular disease in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Researchers Explore Benefits of Using Composite End Points in COPD Trials
July 17th 2020

Researchers Explore Benefits of Using Composite End Points in COPD Trials

Rachel Lutz
Using composite endpoints to predict clinically important deterioration in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) could help investigators assess disease activity in clinical trials and better manage individual patients, according to a recent study.
Does Diet Have an Effect on COPD Prevalence and Incidence?
July 11th 2020

Does Diet Have an Effect on COPD Prevalence and Incidence?

Rachel Lutz
The focus on curbing COPD prevalence has largely focused on smoking cessation, but there are other factors, including diet, that can contribute to the risk of developing COPD.
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