Metformin use linked to reduction of asthma exacerbations among adolescents Written By Dr. Shravani Dali13 Oct 2023 9:30 AM ISTMetformin use linked to reduction of asthma exacerbations among adolescents suggests a new study published in the Pediatric Pulmonology.Metformin is a...
Inhaled nitric oxide beneficial for patients with respiratory failure due to COVID-19 pneumonia Written By Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli11 Oct 2023 8:00 PM ISTInhaled nitric oxide gas widens blood vessels in the lungs and is used to treat severe cardio-pulmonary conditions in newborns and adults. A recent...
ADA/CRP ratio may help differentiate Tuberculous from Malignant pleural effusion Written By Aditi10 Oct 2023 8:00 PM ISTTuberculous pleural effusion (TPE) and malignant pleural effusion (MPE) display similar cytological and biochemical pictures, including adenosine...
COVID-19's Silent Impact: Multiorgan Abnormalities Lurk in Survivors Written By Dr.Niharika Harsha B10 Oct 2023 10:45 AM ISTIn the relentless battle against COVID-19, a new study conducted across the United Kingdom has illuminated a previously hidden facet of the virus's...
Chronic alcohol consumption may negatively impact COVID-19 outcomes: Lancet Written By Niveditha Subramani10 Oct 2023 10:30 AM ISTAlcohol has become an important part of the society, people drink to socialize, celebrate, and relax. Alcohol often has a strong effect on people and...
Suspected bronchiectasis linked to elevated mortality risk in adults with normal and obstructive spirometry Written By Jacinthlyn Sylvia8 Oct 2023 8:00 PM ISTA recent study conducted as part of the COPDGene (Genetic Epidemiology of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) project unveiled a concerning...
Smoking Linked to Alarming Rise in Tuberculosis Relapses and Deaths Written By Dr.Niharika Harsha B6 Oct 2023 8:00 PM ISTA recent groundbreaking study has brought to light concerning connections between smoking and tuberculosis (TB) treatment outcomes. While it's widely...
Individualized Stereotactic ablative radiotherapy may help minimize dosage in lung tumor: JAMA Written By Aditi6 Oct 2023 9:45 AM ISTIndividualized Stereotactic ablative radiotherapy (iSABR) used for managing lung tumours allows minimization of treatment dose and tied to excellent...
Bevacizumab may stabilize patients with recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis with pulmonary involvement Written By Dr.Niharika Harsha B4 Oct 2023 8:00 PM ISTRecurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis with pulmonary involvement can be effectively and significantly managed by systemic bevacizumab. The patients...
FDA approves new Updated version COVID vaccine Written By Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli4 Oct 2023 11:39 AM ISTNovavax's updated COVID vaccine has been granted emergency use authorization by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).The latest version of the...
Phlegm's colour can indicate degree of inflammation in the lungs and predict outcomes for bronchiectasis patients Written By Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli3 Oct 2023 8:00 PM ISTUK: The study of nearly 20,000 patients from 31 countries revealed that the colour of the phlegm (also known as sputum) may provide clinically...
Tezepelumab Shows Promise in Reducing Mucus Plugs in Patients with Uncontrolled Asthma Written By Dr Riya Dave3 Oct 2023 10:00 AM ISTAsthma, a chronic respiratory condition, often involves airway obstruction caused by mucus plugs and inflammation. A recent analysis of the CASCADE...
