Efficacy comparison between dentofacial orthopedic treatment and adenotonsillectomy on children with obstructive sleep apnea and skeletal class II malocclusion: a retrospective stu... by Gang Yang, Anqi Liu, Jie Pan, Yijie Zhao, Liming Yu, Liangyan Sun, Xianqin Tong, Yuanyuan Li, Yuehua Liu

“…Abstract Objective This study aims to evaluate the effects of dentofacial orthopedic treatment (DOT) and adenotonsillectomy (AT) in Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) children with skeletal Class II malocclusion and adenotonsillar hypertrophy (ATH), focusing on changes in sleep respiratory function, anatomic and aerodynamic characteristics of upper airway (UA). …”
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The Add-On Effect of Solifenacin for Patients with Remaining Overactive Bladder after Treatment with Tamsulosin for Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms Suggestive of Benign Prostatic Obst... by Naoya Masumori, Taiji Tsukamoto, Masahiro Yanase, Hiroki Horita, Masaharu Aoki

“…The OABSS showed significant improvement (8.0 to 4.8). No changes were observed in Qmax and PVR. Conclusions. …”
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Microbiome Links Cigarette Smoke-Induced Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Dietary Fiber via the Gut-Lung Axis: A Narrative Review by Kaixi Ding, Jieling Chen, Wenling Zhan, Shipeng Zhang, Yi Chen, Sipei Long, Ming Lei

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Genetic and Environmental Contributions to Serological Biomarkers of Extracellular Matrix Remodeling in Asthma: A Twin Study by Matej Andelic, Vibeke Backer, Kirsten Ohm Kyvik, Signe Holm Nielsen, Simon Francis Thomsen

“…ABSTRACT Background Asthma is characterized by airway obstruction driven by chronic inflammation, leading to extracellular matrix (ECM) remodeling. …”
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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

“…The aim of this hypothesis-generating study explored longitudinal changes in cortisol secretion and any associated changes in breathlessness after introducing regular, low dose morphine or placebo. …”
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Effects of continuous positive airway pressure therapy on the recurrence and progression of atrial fibrillation in patients with concomitant obstructive sleep Apnea: a systematic r... by Kartik Kumar Rathi, Umair Saleem, Zainab Wahaj, Muskan Kumari, Laiba Iqbal, Suresh Kumar Langhani, Syeda Ilsa Aaqil, Versha Kumari, Nimrata Kumari

“…Abstract Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) has been frequently linked with the development of atrial fibrillation (AF) due to the underlying mechanism of hypoxia-induced surge in sympathetic activity leading to electrical changes in the heart. …”
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The independent and joint relationships between dietary antioxidant intake with risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and all-cause mortality: insights from NHANES by Yifeng Xu, Zhaoqi Yan, Keke Li, Liangji Liu, Lei Xu

“…BackgroundNumerous studies have indicated that a diet rich in antioxidants can prevent Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). However, the relationship between combined dietary antioxidant intake and the risk of COPD remains unclear. …”
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To study the impact of pulmonary rehabilitation on health-related quality of life among chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patients in a tertiary care center by Anjali G, Deepak Kumar R, Raghavendra MK

“…Aims and Objectives: To study the impact of PR on COPD patients by observing changes in common admission test (CAT) scores, body mass index, degree of airflow obstruction, dyspnea level, and exercise capacity (BODE) index, exacerbation frequency and hospital metrics across outpatient (OP), home-based, and non-rehabilitation groups. …”
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EQ-5D Based Utility Values for Adults with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis, and Meta-Regression by Natasha Salant, Syed Mohiuddin, Yuanyuan Zhang, Lynda Ayiku, Kusal Lokuge, Paul Jacklin, Lesley Owen

“…Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common lung disease that negatively affects health-related quality of life (QoL). …”
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Epidemiological trends and risk factors of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in young individuals based on the 2021 global burden of disease data (1990–2021) by Yaolin Li, Fangtao Yan, Lixiang Jiang, Wang Zhen, Xiayahu Li, Huiqin Wang

“…Abstract Objective Recent studies have shown that chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in young individuals cannot be ignored. …”
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The ERBB2 c.1795C>T, p.Arg599Cys variant is associated with left ventricular outflow tract obstruction defects in humans by Minna Ampuja, Sabina Ericsson, Ilkka Paatero, Iftekhar Chowdhury, Jenna Villman, Martin Broberg, Amanda Ramste, Diego Balboa, Tiina Ojala, Jessica X. Chong, Michael J. Bamshad, James R. Priest, Markku Varjosalo, Riikka Kivelä, Emmi Helle

“…Summary: Non-syndromic congenital heart defects (CHDs) are occasionally familial and left ventricular outflow tract obstruction (LVOTO) defects are among the subtypes with the highest hereditability. …”
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Land surface temperature predicts mortality due to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a study based on climate variables and impact machine learning by Alireza Mohammadi, Bardia Mashhoodi, Ali Shamsoddini, Elahe Pishgar, Robert Bergquist

“… Introduction: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) mortality rates and global warming have been in the focus of scientists and policymakers in the past decade. …”
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Overexpression of YKL40,IL-6, IL-8, TNF-α in tonsils and the role of YKL40 in childhood with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome by Ying-ge Wang, Chang Lin, Min Huang, Xiu-ling Fang, Guo-hao Chen, Sheng-nan Ye

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Beta-blockers reduce severe exacerbation in patients with mild chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with atrial fibrillation: a population-based cohort study by Shan-Ju Lin, Xin-Min Liao, Nai-Yu Chen, Yu-Ching Chang, Ching-Lan Cheng

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Fatigue is distinct from sleepiness and negatively impacts individuals living with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA): results from qualitative research of individuals with OSA by Helene A. Emsellem, Hilary H. Colwell, John Cronin, Ronald H. Farkas, Susan D. Mathias

“…Abstract Background We sought to identify important issues regarding symptoms and impacts of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), to explore fatigue and sleepiness, and evaluate the content, clarity, and relevance of specific patient reported outcome (PRO) measures. …”
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A Pilot Study of a Novel through-the-Scope Self-Expandable Metallic Airway Stents Delivery System in Malignant Central Airway Obstruction by Jun-hong Jiang, Da-xiong Zeng, Chang-guo Wang, Yan-bin Chen, Dan Shen, Jin-yu Mao, J. Francis Turner, Jian-an Huang

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Impact of obstructive sleep apnea on inpatient outcomes of COVID-19: a propensity-score matching analysis of the US Nationwide Inpatient Sample 2020 by Wei Du, Hong Xu, Yunqi Chang, Biying Feng, Qiong Wang, Weifeng Li

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Genetic and molecular mechanisms of hydrocephalus by Xuehai Deng, Xuehai Deng, Yiqian Chen, Yiqian Chen, Qiyue Duan, Qiyue Duan, Jianlin Ding, Jianlin Ding, Zhong Wang, Zhong Wang, Junchi Wang, Xinlong Chen, Liangxue Zhou, Long Zhao

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Expression of GR, COX2и MMP1 genes in peripheral blood leukocytes after intensive therapy of the patients with chronic obstructive lung disease by N. D. Yelshin, A. B. Chukhlovin, N. A. Kuzubova, I. A. Shahanova, O. N. Titova

“…We have found, however, a highly significant correlation between individual changes of the СОХ2, ММР1 и GR gene expression, as well as reverse correlation between СОХ2, GR expression and positive changes in C-reactive protein levels following treatment course. …”
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Effects of 12 weeks of Head-Down Strong Abdominal Breathing Training on Gait and Cognitive Function in Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease by Song F, Ding K, Sun W, Huang Q, Jiang R, Xiang H, Sun M

“…People with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) often face challenges with movement and thinking skills as their condition worsens. …”
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