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12.02.2024

COPD and Sleep Apnea Overlap: A Coincidence?

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a serious global health issue that is characterized by respiratory symptoms and airflow limitation that occur persistently. Another common disorder is the so-called obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), which is characterized by repeated upper airway closures during sleep.

03.02.2024

Asthma-COPD Overlap: Challenges to Overcome

Asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are conditions that tend to coexist in individuals, forming the so-called asthma-COPD overlap (ACO). However, defining and understanding ACO comes with its challenges due to various characteristics of patients, criteria, and treatment approaches.

26.01.2024

The Impact of Smoking on COPD

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a significant public health concern that is proven to be primarily linked to smoking. This is why we would like to dedicate this article to a recent study that developed a COPD risk prediction model based on smoking.

19.01.2024

COPD and Sleep Apnea Overlap: A Coincidence?

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a serious global health issue that is characterized by respiratory symptoms and airflow limitation that occur persistently. Another common disorder is the so-called obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), which is characterized by repeated upper airway closures during sleep.

12.01.2024

Asthma-COPD Overlap: Challenges to Overcome

Asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are conditions that tend to coexist in individuals, forming the so-called asthma-COPD overlap (ACO). However, defining and understanding ACO comes with its challenges due to various characteristics of patients, criteria, and treatment approaches.

05.01.2024

The Impact of Smoking on COPD

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a significant public health concern that is proven to be primarily linked to smoking. This is why we would like to dedicate this article to a recent study that developed a COPD risk prediction model based on smoking.

27.12.2023

From Symptoms to Solutions: Remote Patient Monitoring in COPD Management

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) depicts a substantial worldwide health challenge that manifests itself as enduring respiratory symptoms and restricted airflow, leading to issues like shortness of breath.

24.12.2023

Unveiling the Future of COPD Rehabilitation

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) has been perceived as a challenging health issue without effective treatment options. However, recent progress has transformed this perception, offering new possibilities for enhancing patients' overall health and elevating their quality of life.

20.12.2023

Managing COPD: Challenges and Strategies

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a significant global health concern, characterized by persistent respiratory symptoms and airflow limitation, such as shortness of breath.

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