COPD
From the Journals
Non-TB mycobacteria infections rising in COPD patients
A study using VA patient data found a sharp uptick in non-TB mycobacteria infections from 2012 and a higher risk of death.
News from the FDA/CDC
FDA approves Yupelri for COPD maintenance therapy
Revefenacin is a long-acting muscarinic antagonist.
Conference Coverage
Pneumonia, COPD most common emergency care–sensitive conditions
Some 40% of patients making ECSC-related ED visits are treated and discharged home or back to the community.
Conference Coverage
Playing harmonica improves COPD
SAN ANTONIO – In addition to improved pulmonary outcomes, patients playing the harmonica reported improved self-esteem and quality of life.
Video
Two-thirds of COPD patients not using inhalers correctly
Nebulizer devices may be a better consideration for some patients.
Conference Coverage
Nasal cannula device may be an option for severe COPD
A new high-flow nasal cannula was studied in comparison with noninvasive ventilation for severe COPD.
From the Journals
Suicide risk doubled in COPD patients taking benzodiazepines
The combination of benzodiazepines and opioid use in COPD patients should be avoided.
News From CHEST® Physician
ASTHMA-COPD Overlap resource
Video
Latest clinical trials advance COPD management
SAN ANTONIO – LABA/LAMA has been found to have cardiovascular benefits in hyperinflated patients with COPD.
Conference Coverage
Pulmonary circulation disorders predict noninvasive vent failure
SAN ANTONIO - Patients with alcohol abuse or fluid and electrolyte abnormalities also had a higher risk of needing intubation.