Patients with COPD had slightly more major adverse cardiovascular events after initiating single-inhaler triple therapy vs a LABA-ICS inhaler.

A total of 2,802 patients with COPD were randomised 1:1 to receive FF ... Patients who were taking a LAMA in addition to ICS/LABA therapy (triple therapy) who were randomised to the FF/VI group ...

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; FEV1: Forced expiratory volume in 1 s; FVC: Forced vital capacity; ICS: Inhaled corticosteroids; LABA: Long-acting β 2-agonists; PEF: Peak expiratory flow ...

Black Americans have a higher likelihood of having asthma-COPD overlap syndrome (ACOS) but may not know it. Here’s what you ...

There is largely no association between ICSs and MACEs in people with COPD whether compared generally as ICSs versus long-acting bronchodilators (non-ICSs) nor when specifically comparing triple ...

In the CRYSTAL study, patients with moderate COPD who were switched to Ultibro Breezhaler from their previous therapy (LABA+ICS * or LABA or LAMA) experienced superior improvements in lung ...

Combination meds with an ICS and LABA option to relax and open airways ... to remember that some inhalers are meant only for people diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and ...

A score that measures airflow into and out of your lungs can help diagnose COPD and determine the best treatments. Share on Pinterest PongMoji/Getty Images Spirometry is an important tool for ...

Dec. 25, 2024 — A new method of scanning lungs is able to show in real time how air moves in and out of the lungs as people take a breath in patients with asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary ...

COPD: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; EIB: Exercise-induced bronchoconstriction; IβA: Inhaled β 2-agonist; ICS: Inhaled corticosteroid. Globally, the prevalence of asthma continues to ...

Nov. 27, 2024 — A recent trial finds an injection given during some asthma and COPD attacks is more effective than the current treatment of steroid tablets, reducing the need for further ...