Ardisia japonica (Thunb.) Blume and Lespedeza cuneata G. Don may treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease by targeting HK2 and PTAFR by Xian Luo, Zheng Hang Ge, Shan Luo, Bo Li, Xun Zhou, Yi Yang, Yong Jiang, Tao Tan, Ke Lin Wang

“…Additionally, functional analysis, immune factor profiling, molecular docking, and reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-qPCR) were performed.ResultsHK2 and PTAFR emerged as critical genes for COPD treatment, exhibiting significantly elevated expression in COPD samples. RT-qPCR confirmed the significantly higher expression of HK2 (P = 0.0425) in COPD samples. …”
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An updated meta-analysis of the association between tumor necrosis factor-α -308G/A polymorphism and obstructive sleep apnea-hypopnea syndrome. by Anyuan Zhong, Xiaolu Xiong, Huajun Xu, Minhua Shi

“…Further studies with larger sample should be performed to confirm our findings.…”
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Efficacy of nutrient supplements in managing malnutrition and sarcopenia in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) patients: a protocol for systematic review and meta-analysi... by Hong-yan Zheng, Hao-yu Zhang, Kuang-hao Wu, Wen-jie Cai, Zhou-zhou Li, Xin-yu Song

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The D-Dimer to Albumin Ratio Could Predict Hospital Readmission Within One Year in Patients with Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease by Li L, Feng Q, Yang C

“…Baseline data and blood samples were collected, and patients were followed up for one year after inclusion. …”
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Primary care for people with severe mental illness and comorbid obstructive airways disease: a qualitative study of patient perspectives with integrated stakeholder feedback by Elizabeth Walton, Caroline Mitchell, Neil Dolan, Brigitte Delaney, Joe Hulin, Camelia Yousefpour, Helen Twohig, Nicholas Zuraw

“…Objectives To explore patient and stakeholder perspectives on primary respiratory care for people with severe mental illness (SMI) and comorbid obstructive airways disease (OAD).Design Qualitative, semistructured qualitative interviews were undertaken with a purposive sample of people with a diagnosis of SMI (bipolar illness, schizophrenia, affective disorder with psychosis) and comorbid asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. …”
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Effect of Qingjin Huatan decoction on pulmonary function and inflammatory mediators in stable chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis. by Xuqin Du, Yan Li, Jiansen Wang, Youqin Jiang, Yaji Liu, Dingrong Zhang, Qi Wu, Shouhong Long

“…<h4>Background</h4>The inflammatory response is the main pathophysiological basis of stable chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It is a key factor that leads to frequent exacerbations and disease progression. …”
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The longitudinal impact of low-dose morphine on diurnal cortisol profiles in people with chronic breathlessness and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): an exploratory stu... by Diana H. Ferreira, Richella Ryan, Nina Smyth, Angela Clow, David C. Currow

“…Methods This was an optional, hypothesis-generating sub-study embedded in a multi-site, randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial (RCT) of regular, low-dose morphine for chronic breathlessness and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. In a blinded dose-increment algorithm by week three, doses were 0 mg-32 mg. …”
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Bacterial Profiles and Antibiotic Resistance in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Patients with Exacerbation and Type 2 Respiratory Failure at Adam Malik General Hospital by Lia Mutia Annisa, Fajrinur Syarani, Andika Pradana, Erna Mutiara

“…Abstract Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a prevalent condition characterized by persistent respiratory symptoms and airflow limitation. …”
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Validating the pathogenic mechanism of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease induced by negative emotions via Mendelian randomization and traditional Chinese medicine theory of emo... by Zhiying Wang, Yun Li, Zhixian Zhong, Ling Xu, Yi Zhong, Jian Chen

“…Objective: We employed Mendelian randomization (MR) to test the traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) theory of emotional pathogenesis concept and explore the causal relationship between negative emotions and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Methods: Data of negative emotions, bronchitis, emphysema, and C-reactive protein (CRP) levels were downloaded from genome-wide association study (GWAS) public database for a two-sample MR analysis. …”
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Bulldogs stenosis degree classification using synthetic images created by generative artificial intelligence by Gustavo da Silva Andrade, Gabriel Toshio Hirokawa Higa, Jarbas Felipe da Silva Ribeiro, Joyce Katiuccia Medeiros Ramos Carvalho, Wesley Nunes Gonçalves, Marco Hiroshi Naka, Hemerson Pistori

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Internal Medicine Resident’s Knowledge and Attitudes towards Obstructive Sleep Apnoea in Riyadh City, Saudi Arabia: A Survey-based Cross-sectional Study by Mohammad A. Alhajery, Abdulwahed Abdulaziz Alotay, Eysa N. Alsolamy, Abdulrahman Mohammed Alanazi, Rayan A. Qutob, Yousef M. Alammari, Ismail S. Alateeq, Najd Mabrouk Alanazi, Abdulaziz M Aleidan, Fahad Awadh Alanazi, Tariq Radi Alanazi, Abdulaziz Abdulmajeed Alotay

“…Participants were chosen using a convenience sampling technique. An online questionnaire was sent to each potential participant via E-mail or WhatsApp, including a previously validated Obstructive Sleep Apnoea Knowledge and Attitude questionnaire. …”
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Experiences of Home‐Based Pulmonary Rehabilitation With mHealth and Centre‐Based Pulmonary Rehabilitation in People With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Qualitative Study... by Hannah Rutherford, Marita Dale, Sally Wootton, Rashmi Pithavadian, Sarah Dennis, Sarah Brown, Jennifer A. Alison, Andrew S. L. Chan, Ian A. Yang, Zoe McKeough

“…Methods Convenience then purposive sampling was used to recruit participants enrolled in a randomised controlled trial after completion or withdrawal from either m‐PR or CB‐PR. …”
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Tele-Pulmonary Rehabilitation and Mediterranean-like Lifestyle, Adjunctively to Continuous Positive Airway Pressure in Obstructive Sleep Apnea Patients: Effects in Fitness and Oxid... by Vasileios T. Stavrou, Eirini Papayianni, Kyriaki Astara, George D. Vavougios, Meropi D. Kontogianni, Alexandra Bargiota, Chaido Pastaka, Zoe Daniil, Konstantinos I. Gourgoulianis

“…Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), often overlooked by clinicians, may lead to negative outcomes if left untreated. …”
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Knowledge, attitudes, and practices of pharmacists on hierarchical management of COPD: a cross-sectional study in Jiangsu Province by Qiuhui Wu, Yanhong Meng, Ruobin Zhang, Yuhang Ding, Yongsheng Wang, Jinping Zhang

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Prevalence of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in high-risk populations at low, intermediate, high altitudes: a population based cross-sectional study in Yunnan Province, Chin... by Geyi Wen, Jinliang Meng, Huadan Wang, Puxian Peng, Yanyan Xu, Ruiqi Wang, Zhengmao Yan, Bangyan Du, Aihan Wen, Guohong Luo, Wenlong Cui, Songyuan Tang, Yunhui Zhang

“…Abstract Background Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) represents a significant public health challenge. …”
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Bacterial Isolates and Antibacterial Resistance Patterns in a Patient with Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease in a Tertiary Teaching Hospital, Southwest Et... by Abdulhakim Mussema, Getenet Beyene, Mulatu Gashaw

“…Introduction. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a major cause of chronic morbidity and mortality worldwide. …”
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Placement of a self-expandable metallic stent as a bridge to surgery for large bowel obstruction induced by effective neoadjuvant therapy: report of three cases by Fumihiko Ando, Akihisa Matsuda, Masao Miyashita, Satoshi Matsumoto, Nobuyuki Sakurazawa, Youichi Kawano, Hiroshi Yoshida

“…Abstract Background Self-expandable metallic stent placement is a widely performed palliative procedure or bridge to surgery for obstructive colorectal cancer. However, the feasibility of this procedure for large bowel obstruction induced by effective neoadjuvant therapy is unclear. …”
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Enhancing Adherence to Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Therapy in Patients With Obstructive Sleep Apnea Using Augmented Reality: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial by Ming-Che Chen, Yen-Chin Chen, Cheng-Yu Lin

“… BackgroundContinuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy is the gold standard treatment for treating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). However, patient adherence to CPAP therapy remains a critical challenge, with many individuals finding it difficult to maintain consistent use due to discomfort, lack of understanding, or perceived inconvenience. …”
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A machine learning framework for short-term prediction of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease exacerbations using personal air quality monitors and lifestyle data by M. Atzeni, G. Cappon, J. K. Quint, F. Kelly, B. Barratt, M. Vettoretti

“…Abstract Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a heterogeneous disease with a variety of symptoms including, persistent coughing and mucus production, shortness of breath, wheezing, and chest tightness. …”
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Relationship between gene polymorphisms of pulmonary alveolar surfactant protein D and genetic susceptibility in elderly Han patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in... by Shi Fangyu, Huang Chen, Wu Ruiyan, Huang Yan

“…The blood samples were collected to obtain SP-D gene polymorphisms (frequencies of alleles and genotypes at rs721917 and rs2245121 loci) by PCR restriction fragment length polymorphism. …”
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