Deep Learning Model Predicts Lung Cancer Risk from Single CT Scan in Asian Cohort
Sybil, an AI model, shows robust performance in predicting future lung cancer risk, including in never-smokers, using low-dose CT.
Exome Sequencing Identifies Genetic Links in Persistent Tachypnea of Infancy
Comprehensive genetic testing reveals that persistent tachypnea of infancy often associates with underlying neurodevelopmental conditions.
HFpEF Patients Exhibit Higher Respiratory Muscle Oxygen Cost During Submaximal Exercise
A study reveals that individuals with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction expend significantly more oxygen for breathing during exertion.
Most Chronic Cough Patients Do Not Achieve Patient-Defined Control Post-Treatment
A single-center observational study established patient-anchored criteria for cough control, finding only 26% of patients met them.
Anti-C5a Antibody STSA-1002 Shows Favorable Safety, Reduced Mortality in ARDS
A phase 1b/2 trial indicates STSA-1002 is well tolerated and associated with lower 28-day mortality in viral pneumonia-induced ARDS.
Dual PH Therapy Before BPA Reduces Complications, Improves Outcomes in CTEPH
A Dutch registry study indicates that dual pulmonary hypertension-targeted medical therapy improves safety and efficacy of balloon pulmonary angioplas
Dual PH-Targeted Therapy Reduces BPA Complications, Improves Outcomes in CTEPH
A Dutch registry study indicates that dual pulmonary hypertension-targeted medical pretreatment lowers periprocedural risks and enhances clinical bene
CT Metrics Predict Benralizumab Response in Severe Asthma
Quantitative imaging of small airway disease and sinus opacification identifies responders more accurately than blood eosinophil counts.
Comorbidities and Technique Drive International Differences in BPA Outcomes
A multicenter study finds that occult cardiopulmonary factors and balloon size explain higher residual pressures after pulmonary angioplasty.
Menopause Linked to Significant Lung Function Decline Regardless of HIV Status
Postmenopausal women aged 41 to 50 show a mean FEV1 reduction of 310 mL compared to premenopausal peers in a cross-sectional analysis.
Neonatal Meconium Aspiration Increases Preschool Asthma Risk by 64 Percent
A retrospective cohort study of 326,940 children links neonatal lung injury from meconium aspiration to long-term respiratory morbidity.
Antifibrotic Adherence and Standard Dosing Reduce Mortality in IPF
A nested case-control study finds that nintedanib dose reductions increase mortality and hospitalization risks for patients with IPF.