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Pulmonology & Critical Care
Meta-analysis
Inspiratory muscle training improves inspiratory muscle strength and exercise tolerance in stable COPD patients
Inspiratory Muscle Training Improves Strength for People with COPD
This meta-analysis of 1,170 adults with stable COPD found that inspiratory muscle training (IMT) significantly improved inspiratory muscle s…
Inspiratory muscle training can strengthen breathing muscles and improve exercise tolerance for adults living with stable chronic obstructiv…
Frontiers
Jun 30, 2026
Allergy & Immunology
Sys. Review
Purified phytochemicals and multicomponent botanical formulas may modulate the pulmonary fibrosis immune microenvironment in IPF
Plant compounds may offer new ways to treat lung scarring
This narrative review explores how purified phytochemicals and multicomponent botanical formulas may modulate the immune microenvironment an…
Natural plant extracts could change how the body handles inflammation and tissue scarring in people with a serious lung disease.
Frontiers
Jun 30, 2026
Allergy & Immunology
Meta-analysis
Bidirectional associations exist between obstructive lung diseases and inflammatory bowel disease across 30 observational studies
Lung Disease and Inflammatory Bowel Disease Show Linked Risks
This meta-analysis of 30 observational studies identifies bidirectional associations between obstructive lung diseases (COPD, asthma, bronch…
Research shows a link between inflammatory bowel disease and several lung conditions, including asthma and COPD, suggesting these issues oft…
Frontiers
Jun 30, 2026
Allergy & Immunology
Sys. Review
Routine serum lipid profiles may serve as markers for systemic metabolism in allergic diseases
Blood fat levels may offer clues about asthma severity
This mini review examines the clinical associations of routine serum lipid measures in patients with asthma, atopic dermatitis, and allergic…
New research suggests that routine blood tests for fats like cholesterol could help doctors better understand and categorize different types…
Frontiers
Jun 29, 2026
Allergy & Immunology
Meta-analysis
Vitamin D supplementation alleviates symptoms of allergic rhinitis, atopic dermatitis, and urticaria
Vitamin D shows specific benefits for some allergic skin and respiratory conditions
This umbrella review synthesized data from 66,387 patients regarding vitamin D's role in allergic diseases. The analysis found that vitamin …
New data suggests vitamin D may help manage symptoms of itchy skin and runny noses, though its effects vary by condition.
Frontiers
Jun 29, 2026
Rheumatology
Meta-analysis
Elevated SII is significantly associated with increased COPD risk, all-cause mortality, and respiratory failure
Inflammation Markers Linked to Higher Risk of Respiratory Failure
This meta-analysis of 59,621 patients found that elevated Systemic Immune-Inflammation Index (SII) is significantly associated with higher C…
A large study finds that specific inflammation markers in the blood are linked to higher risks of respiratory failure and death for people w…
Frontiers
Jun 26, 2026
Drug Pipeline
Meta-analysis
TCM decoctions combined with conventional treatment improve FEV1 and PEF in pediatric asthma
Traditional herbal decoctions may improve lung function in children with asthma
This network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials evaluated TCM decoctions added to conventional biomedical treatment for pediatric…
New research suggests that adding specific traditional Chinese medicine decoctions to standard care can improve lung function for children w…
Frontiers
Jun 25, 2026
Rheumatology
Meta-analysis
Extreme temperature exposure may worsen COPD outcomes in Chinese populations, protocol outlines
Extreme heat and cold may worsen COPD outcomes
This study protocol describes a planned systematic review and meta-analysis examining the association between extreme temperature exposure (…
A new review will examine how extreme temperatures affect COPD patients in China, potentially leading to more hospitalizations.
Frontiers
Jun 25, 2026
Physical Medicine & Rehab
Sys. Review
Respiratory biofeedback and neurofeedback offer potential frameworks for managing multi-component dyspnea in COPD patients
New ways to manage breathing struggles in COPD patients
This perspective piece proposes a conceptual model for understanding dyspnea as a complex sensation involving air hunger, breathing effort, …
New research explores how biofeedback and neurofeedback could help people with COPD manage the uncomfortable sensation of shortness of breat…
Frontiers
Jun 24, 2026
Cardiology
RCT
Interval likelihood ratios improved correct management decision rates by 11.2 to 18.3 percentage points
Trial shows interval likelihood ratios improve decisions for heart conditions
This multicenter randomized trial of 611 healthcare providers found that presenting diagnostic test information as interval likelihood ratio…
A new method of presenting test results helps medical professionals make more accurate treatment decisions for pulmonary embolism and heart …
NEJM Evid
Jun 23, 2026
Pulmonology & Critical Care
Sys. Review
Metabolic abnormalities are significantly associated with pulmonary infections and asthma exacerbations in children
Metabolic issues in kids with asthma linked to worse lung health
This narrative review examines the impact of metabolic abnormalities on bronchial asthma in children and adolescents. The authors synthesize…
Metabolic problems in children with asthma may worsen lung infections and asthma attacks, a new review suggests.
Frontiers
Jun 23, 2026
Allergy & Immunology
Sys. Review
Necroptosis emerges as pathogenic hub in asthma, linking type 2 inflammation and steroid resistance
Necroptosis may drive severe inflammation in asthma cases
This systematic review posits necroptosis as an active pathogenic hub in asthma, driving type 2 inflammation, a neutrophilic steroid-refract…
New research identifies necroptosis as a potential driver of steroid-resistant inflammation and airway remodeling in patients with asthma.
Frontiers
Jun 23, 2026