PHARMACOECONOMIC STUDY OVER USE OF ANTICHOLINERGIC BRONCHODILATORS (SPIRIVA AND ATROVENT) FOR TREATMENT OF CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE by A. U. Kulikov, I. A. Komarov

“…Currently, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a 5-largest cause of death worldwide, and the reduced activities of daily living, productivity and disability explain a significant economic and social damage. …”
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Use of a double pigtail ureteral stent for surgical management of obstructive pancreatolithiasis in a feline patient by Lydia Chang, Jim A Taylor

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EARLY ECHOCARDIOGRAPHIC MARKERS OF STRUCTURAL AND FUNCTIONAL RIGHT VENTRICULAR REMODELLING IN PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE by B. Ya. Bart, E. N. Dergunova, E. A. Vartanyan, O. M. Kulbachinskaya

“…To study right ventricular (RV) structure and function, as well as cardiac and pulmonary hemodynamic parameters, in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) of moderate severity. …”
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The Criminal Law Counteraction to Obstruction of Mobilization in Ukraine: Current Challenges and Solutions in the Context of the Russian-Ukrainian War by Yevhen Pysmenskyy

“…It is concluded that the current approach to developing effective practices for counteracting obstruction of mobilisation requires change. Eliminating the identified flaws and amending criminal legislation is necessary for its more effective application.  …”
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Influence of concomitant chronic obstructive pulmonary disease on left ventricular-arterial interaction in patients with ischemic cardiomyopathy by E. I. Myasoedova, Yu. G. Schwarz, O. S. Polunina, L. P. Voronina

“…To assess the influence of concomitant chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) on the parameters of left ventricular-arterial interaction in patients with ischemic cardiomyopathy (ICMP).Material and methods. …”
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Laboratory-based Intermountain Validated Exacerbation (LIVE) Score stability in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease by Mehrdad Arjomandi, Siyang Zeng, Richard A Mularski, Denitza P Blagev, Dave S Collingridge, Susan Rea, Kyle A Carey, Valerie G Press

“…Background The Laboratory-based Intermountain Validated Exacerbation (LIVE) Score is associated with mortality and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbation risk across multiple health systems. …”
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The Efficacy and Cost-Effectiveness of Umeclidinium/Vilanterol versus Tiotropium in Symptomatic Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease by Yinhua Gong, Chen Lin, Yifeng Jin, Rong Chen

“…Both long-acting muscarinic antagonists (LAMAs) and long-acting β2-agonists (LABAs) are widely used in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). A novel LAMA/LABA combination of umeclidinium/vilanterol (UMEC/VI; 62.5 μg/25 μg) is approved for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) treatment. …”
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Preserved Ratio Impaired Spirometry in US Primary Care Patients Diagnosed with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease by Evans A, Tarabichi Y, Pace WD, Make B, Bushell N, Carter V, Chang KL, Fox C, Han MK, Kaplan A, Kocks JWH, Le Lievre C, Roussos A, Skolnik N, Soriano JB, Yawn BP, Price D

“…Alexander Evans,1 Yasir Tarabichi,2 Wilson D Pace,3,4 Barry Make,5 Nicholas Bushell,6 Victoria Carter,7 Ku-Lang Chang,8 Chester Fox,9 MeiLan K Han,10 Alan Kaplan,11,12 Janwillem WH Kocks,13– 15 Chantal Le Lievre,6 Alexander Roussos,6 Neil Skolnik,10,16 Joan B Soriano,17 Barbara P Yawn,10 David Price1,6,7,18 1Observational and Pragmatic Research Institute, Singapore, Singapore; 2Center for Clinical Informatics Research and Education, MetroHealth, Cleveland, OH, USA; 3DARTNet Institute, Aurora, CO, USA; 4Department of Family Medicine, Anschutz Medical Campus University of Colorado, Aurora, CO, USA; 5Department of Medicine, National Jewish Hospital, Denver, CO, USA; 6Optimum Patient Care, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia; 7Optimum Patient Care, Oakington, Cambridge, UK; 8Lucas Research, a Centricity Research Company, Morehead City, NC, USA; 9University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, USA; 10University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA; 11Family Physician Airways Group of Canada, Stouffville, Ontario, Canada; 12University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada; 13General Practitioners Research Institute, Groningen, the Netherlands; 14Groningen Research Institute Asthma and COPD (GRIAC), University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, Groningen, the Netherlands; 15Department of Pulmonology, University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, Groningen, the Netherlands; 16Abington Jefferson Health, Jenkintown, PA, USA; 17School of Medicine, Universitat de les Illes Balears, Palma, Spain; 18Centre of Academic Primary Care, Division of Applied Health Sciences, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UKCorrespondence: David Price, Observational and Pragmatic Research Institute, 22 Sin Ming Lane, #06-76, Midview City, Singapore, 573969, Singapore, Tel +65 3105 1489, Email dprice@opri.sgBackground: Preserved ratio impaired spirometry (PRISm) represents a population with spirometry results that do not meet standardized COPD obstruction criteria, yet present with high respiratory symptom burden and might benefit from respiratory management and treatment. …”
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Value of roentgenologic examination in diagnostics of pneumoconiosis associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in workers of the mining and metallurgical industry. by R. V. Rubtsov

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Causal analysis of education attainment and brain structure in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a Mendelian randomization study by Shaochu Zheng, Xiaotong Liu, Jinliang Kong, Jing Luo

“…Abstract Background In recent years, multiple observational studies have confirmed the association between educational attainment and the incidence of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). At the same time, advancements in neuroimaging have revealed changes in brain structure and function in COPD patients. …”
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Role of AI and 3D quantitative computed tomography in obstructive airway diseases in correlation with pulmonary function tests by Amira Abdalla saad, Ahmed M. Osman, Hossam M. Abdelhamid, Mai Mohammad Sedik

“…Abstract Background Chronic obstructive airway diseases, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma, are distinguished by airflow limitation due to inflammatory changes. …”
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Prediction of Abnormal Functional Performance in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Using Respiratory Models: A Pilot Study by Ribeiro CO, Lopes AJ, de Melo PL

“…Caroline Oliveira Ribeiro,1,* Agnaldo José Lopes,2,* Pedro Lopes de Melo1,3,* 1Biomedical Instrumentation Laboratory - Institute of Biology and Faculty of Engineering, State University of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; 2Pulmonary Function Laboratory, State University of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; 3BioVasc Research Laboratory - Institute of Biology, State University of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil*These authors contributed equally to this workCorrespondence: Pedro Lopes de Melo, Email plopes@uerj.brIntroduction: The contribution of respiratory models to understanding and predicting functional capacity abnormalities in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has not yet been investigated.Purpose: The aims of this study were: (1) To investigate the associations between the extended Resistance-Inertance-Compliance (eRIC) and the fractional-order (FrOr) models with changes in Glittre-ADL and handgrip tests and; (2) To evaluate the accuracy of these models in predicting abnormal functional capacity in COPD.Patients and Methods: The study was carried out in a group of 40 adults with COPD and a control group of 40 healthy individuals, both evaluated by respiratory oscillometry, spirometry, Glittre-ADL test and handgrip test. eRIC and fractional order models were also used to quantify biomechanical changes and obtain physiological information. …”
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Concurrent Occurrence of Tumor in Colon and Small Bowel following Intestinal Obstruction: A Case Report and Review of the Literature by Seyed Mohammad Reza Nejatollahi, Omid Etemad

“…An intestinal obstruction occurs when either the small or large intestine is partly or completely blocked so it prevents passing the food or fluid through the small/large bowel. …”
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Maximal Forced Inspiratory Flow Dynamics and Acute Exacerbation in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Patients with Exacerbation History by Heemoon Park, Jung-Kyu Lee, Eun Young Heo, Deog Kyeom Kim, Hyun Woo Lee

“…Background Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), characterized by progressive airflow obstruction and frequent exacerbations, is a significant global health burden. …”
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RETROSPECTIVE LATERAL SEFALOMETRIC ANALYSIS OF PATIENTS USING MANDIBLE ADVANCEMENT DEVICES IN THE TREATMENT OF OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA SYNDROME by Almira Ada Diken Türksayar, Ali Can Bulut

“…Objective: Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) is a sleep disorder with occurs in the upper airway during sleep and is characterized by recurrent collapses. …”
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Living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or type 2 diabetes in Greenland – a qualitative interpretive description study by Maja Hykkelbjerg Nielsen, Annesofie Lunde Jensen, Michael Lynge Pedersen, Lene Seibæk

“…Non-communicable diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2D) represent major challenges for health systems all over the world. …”
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Small Bowel Obstruction Secondary to Coiling of Gastric Electrical Stimulator Leads: A Rare Complication of Gastroparesis Management by Arianna Gregg, MPH, Morgan Sly, MD, Marco Lin, MD, Babawale Oluborode, MD, Kellie Mcfarlin, MD, George Arnold, MD

“…This case highlights a rare but serious complication of GES, with only three similar cases previously reported, and underscores the importance of recognizing lead migration as a potential cause of bowel obstruction. Clinicians, especially radiologists and surgeons, should closely assess for changes in lead position on imaging in symptomatic patients with implanted devices, as early diagnosis and intervention are critical to preventing severe outcomes such as bowel ischemia.…”
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Nasal Obstruction Symptom Evaluation Score Analysis: Exploring Nasal Function in Premenopausal versus Postmenopausal Indian Women by Akhil Pratap Singh, Amit Varshney, Ruchika Garg, Prabhat Agrawal

“…Background: Menopause brings about significant hormonal changes that can affect various aspects of women’s health, including nasal function. …”
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MitraClip combined with PTSBME for the treatment of obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy with severe mitral regurgitation: a case report by Xuewen Wang, Ziwei Liang, Mingxin Liu, Shihao Huang, Gang Pan

“…If left ventricular outflow tract (LVOT) obstruction is combined, it is called obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (oHCM). …”
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Efficacy and safety of transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt in hepatic sinusoidal obstruction syndrome: systematic review and meta-analysis by Xinghe Jiang, Xinghe Jiang, Xuan Ma, Shuni Tian, Lijun Peng, Lijun Peng

“…Background:Hepatic sinusoidal obstruction syndrome (HSOS) is a rare but life-threatening liver condition. …”
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