This content is machine translated Small Airways Disease SAD as a precursor of emphysema Small airways disease (SAD) is a central feature of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). More than half of all asthma patients also suffer from it. A team of authors analyzed…
View Post 10 min This content is machine translated Lung volume reduction in emphysema A great opportunity, but too little known Pulmonary emphysema is often referred to as the “end stage” of COPD. Hyperinflation is a significant component of respiratory distress in affected patients. Lung volume reduction is an effective treatment…
View Post 8 min This content is machine translated Current therapy of COPD Therapeutic nihilism is out of place The diagnosis of COPD is often made at an advanced stage. Earlier diagnosis, which would lead to a significant improvement in prognosis, requires screening spirometrics in the primary care physician’s…
