Detection of COPD exacerbations with continuous monitoring of breathing rate and inspiratory amplitude under oxygen therapy by Juliana Alves Pegoraro, Antoine Guerder, Thomas Similowski, Philippe Salamitou, Jesus Gonzalez-Bermejo, Etienne Birmelé

“…Abstract Background Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is one of the main causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide. …”
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Clinical Impact of Vaping by Francesco Petrella, Paola Faverio, Andrea Cara, Enrico Mario Cassina, Lidia Libretti, Sara Lo Torto, Emanuele Pirondini, Federico Raveglia, Francesca Spinelli, Antonio Tuoro, Elisa Perger, Fabrizio Luppi

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Maxillomandibular Advancement with the Use of Virtual Surgical Planning and the CAD/CAM Technology in OSA Surgery: Volumetric Analysis of the Posterior Airway Space by Eleonora Segna, Funda Goker, Giulia Tirelli, Massimo Del Fabbro, Aldo Bruno Giannì, Giada Anna Beltramini, Diego Sergio Rossi

“…<i>Background and Objectives</i>: Obstructive sleep apnea is an extremely diffuse pathology that, if left untreated, can lead to very serious cardiovascular consequences. …”
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The use of wireless technology for thoracic physical examination: a pilot case based on a literature review by Marco Umberto Scaramozzino, Giovanni Sapone, Ubaldo Romeo Plastina, Guido Levi, Mariacarmela Nucara, Maura Festa

“…However, there are data in the literature that appear to be very discordant on certain types of lung noises, such as wet crackles and dry noises; therefore, the application of these devices in daily use in outpatient and hospital settings needs to be further expanded. …”
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Providing medicines-related support for people with COPD before and after hospital discharge—a qualitative study of hospital staff perspectives by Torbjørn Nygård, David Wright, Reidun L. S. Kjome, Hamde Nazar, Aase Raddum

“…Abstract Background People with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are frequently admitted to hospital and experience challenges with their medicines. …”
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Evolution of Peak Inspiratory Flow During Hospitalization of Patients with COPD &ndash; A Prospective Monocentric Observational Study by Suter P, Grobéty T, Vaucher J, Grandmaison G

“…Philipp Suter,1,2 Thomas Grobéty,3 Julien Vaucher,1,4 Gaël Grandmaison1 1Division of Internal Medicine, Fribourg Hospital and University of Fribourg, Fribourg, Switzerland; 2Department for Pulmonology, Allergology and Clinical Immunology, Inselspital, University Hospital Bern, Bern, Switzerland; 3Division of Physiotherapy, Hospital of Fribourg, Fribourg, Switzerland; 4Division of Internal Medicine, Lausanne University Hospital and University of Lausanne, Lausanne, SwitzerlandCorrespondence: Philipp Suter, Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Allergology and Clinical Immunology, University Hospital and University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 20, Bern, 3010, Switzerland, Tel +41788921495, Email philipp.suter@gmx.chPurpose: Effective treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) primarily relies on treatment delivered through inhaler devices. …”
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Understanding polymicrobial biofilm dynamics: focus on Escherichia coli and its molecular interactions by Shubhangi Kansal, Archana Angrup, Pallab Ray

“…Understanding these dynamics is crucial for preventing colonization of indwelling medical devices.…”
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The Effect of Telehealth Based on Symptom Control and Rational Medication Use on Self-Efficacy, Anxiety-Depression, and Symptoms in Male Patients with COPD: A Quasi-Experimental St... by Şenay Takmak, Nevin Kuzu Kurban

“…Introduction. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a critical global public health issue, imposing substantial physical, social, and economic burdens due to its symptoms and exacerbations. …”
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Exploring SLEEPINESS through home monitoring with ultra-long-term subcutaneous EEG and ecological momentary assessment in sleepy treatment naïve obstructive sleep apnea patients st... by Mathias Sarkez-Knudsen, Martin Ballegaard, Martin Ballegaard, Henning Piilgaard, Esben Ahrens, Martin Christian Hemmsen, Tobias Søren Andersen, Jakob Eyvind Bradram, Preben Homøe, Preben Homøe

“…The subjects will be implanted with a two-channel subcutaneous EEG monitoring device upon inclusion and a confirmative polysomnography MSLT. …”
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Effect of tone normalizing massage on stiffness of accessory inspiratory muscles in patients with COPD by Jerzy Piechura, Paulina Okrzymowska, Krystyna Rozek-Piechura

“…The parameters of muscle frequency and stiffness were measured using a Myoton Pro Digital device. The compression sensitivity was measured using a Force algometer. …”
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Diagnosis and treatment of small bowel cancer by B. M. Rakhimov, E. P. Krivoshchekov, A. N. Kirsanov

“…After placing the probe in the initial segment of the small intestine, we connected a special device for remote mechanical administration of contrast agent (0.1 kg/cm2, which is equal to 100 mL/min). …”
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Nanomaterials reshape the pulmonary mechanical microenvironment: novel therapeutic strategies for respiratory diseases by Li-zhen Chen, Li-zhen Chen, Peng-fei Zheng, Qi Cai, Run-nan Chen

“…Respiratory diseases, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), and lung cancer, exhibit elevated death rates and pathological intricacy, requiring advancements that surpass the constraints of traditional therapies. …”
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A Sleep Sensor Made with Electret Condenser Microphones by Teru Kamogashira, Tatsuya Yamasoba, Shu Kikuta, Kenji Kondo

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Who watches the WATCHMAN? A rare case of lower extremity paralysis by Terryce Blanchard, Keenan Hacker, Justin Grill, Joseph Betcher

“…This case highlights the critical need for emergency physicians to promptly diagnose acute aortic obstruction caused by embolization, given the increasing use of the WATCHMAN device in the aging population to reduce the reliance on anticoagulation. …”
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Male fertility: a summary overview of the publications October 2022 – March 2023 by D. S. Rogozin

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The role of digital health in respiratory diseases management: a narrative review of recent literature by Malik A. Althobiani, Malik A. Althobiani, Anne-Marie Russell, Anne-Marie Russell, Joseph Jacob, Joseph Jacob, Yatharth Ranjan, Rami Ahmad, Amos A. Folarin, Amos A. Folarin, Amos A. Folarin, Amos A. Folarin, John R. Hurst, Joanna C. Porter

“…Remote monitoring technologies, including home spirometry and wearable devices, have demonstrated feasibility in managing respiratory diseases. …”
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Side effects of N95 and surgery respirator masks: A narrative review from a nursing perspective by Mohammad Javad Ghazanfari

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Electronic Cigarettes: Ally or an Enemy in Combating Tobacco-Use-Associated Diseases - An Integrative Review by Hunny Sharma, Manisha Ruikar

“…Introduction: E-cigarettes (ECs) portable battery-operated devices developed as a strategy for tackling tobacco-related harm are now becoming a global threat to human health. …”
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A bioinspired design approach for biomechanically matched tracheal stents by Lixin Tian, Ning Zhan, Honghui He, Yuhan Jiang, Congcong Luan, Senwen Feng, Jianzhong Fu, Yong He, Jian Ye, Xinhua Yao

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Multicentre study conducted across centres in the USA, Europe and Australia to assess the safety and effectiveness of a bilateral hypoglossal nerve stimulation system for the treat... by B Tucker Woodson, Maria V Suurna, M Boyd Gillespie, Tod C Huntley, Melyssa Hancock, Angela Santos, Jeyakumar Subbaroyan, Fatima Makori, Grégoire Fesneau, Clemens Heiser, David T Kent

“…Introduction Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) is characterised by blood oxygen desaturations and sleep disruptions manifesting undesirable consequences. …”
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