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Allergy & Immunology
Meta-analysis
Meta-analysis finds ADHD linked to asthma but no causal effect in children
Genetic ADHD risks do not cause childhood asthma, but the two conditions often appear together
This meta-analysis of observational and Mendelian randomization studies examined ADHD and asthma in children and adolescents. Observational …
A large analysis found that children with ADHD have higher asthma rates, yet genetic ADHD risks do not cause the lung disease.
NEJM
May 23, 2026
Pulmonology & Critical Care
Meta-analysis
Systematic review links specific TCM constitutions to worse COPD outcomes in 2,168 patients
TCM Constitution Types Linked to Worse COPD Outcomes
This systematic review and network meta-analysis examined Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) constitutions in 2,168 COPD patients. The autho…
A large analysis of 2,168 COPD patients found that specific Traditional Chinese Medicine constitution types were linked to lower lung functi…
Frontiers
May 23, 2026
Pulmonology & Critical Care
RCT
Subcutaneous astegolimab reduced COPD exacerbations in phase 2b and 3 trials versus placebo
New drug cuts COPD flare-ups for some smokers in large trials
This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled phase 2b and 3 trial evaluated subcutaneous astegolimab in current or former smokers with …
A new medicine called astegolimab reduced severe breathing flare-ups for some people with COPD, though results varied by how often they took…
May 22, 2026
Neurology
Meta-analysis
Telenursing review shows reduced COPD and asthma exacerbations and hospitalizations
Telenursing cuts hospital visits for chronic lung disease patients
A systematic review of 4,340 patients found telenursing reduced exacerbations and hospitalizations for COPD and asthma, with similar ED visi…
A review of 4,340 patients found telenursing reduced hospital admissions and flare-ups compared to traditional care over six and twelve mont…
Frontiers
May 22, 2026
Pediatrics
Sys. Review
Systematic review maps 50 most-cited articles on pediatric respiratory infections
Most cited research on child respiratory infections comes from US, China, Canada
This systematic bibliometric review analyzed the 50 most-cited articles on pediatric respiratory infections. Key findings show a predominanc…
A review of 50 top-cited articles on pediatric respiratory infections shows most research comes from just three countries.
medRxiv
May 22, 2026
Allergy & Immunology
Guideline
COPD guideline proposes cellular phenotype classification for targeted therapy
New framework shifts COPD care from symptom control to targeting disease drivers
This guideline review proposes classifying COPD by cellular phenotype to guide targeted therapies. It synthesizes evidence on neutrophilic, …
A new guideline offers a fresh way to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease by targeting specific disease drivers instead of just mana…
Frontiers
May 21, 2026
Nutrition & Obesity Medicine
Sys. Review
Narrative review on vitamin D and VDR in gastrointestinal and pulmonary diseases
Vitamin D's Role in Gut and Lung Health Examined
This narrative review synthesizes evidence on vitamin D deficiency and VDR expression across gastrointestinal and pulmonary conditions. The …
A review explores how vitamin D deficiency and VDR expression may influence digestive and respiratory diseases, but more research is needed.
Frontiers
May 18, 2026
Rheumatology
Meta-analysis
Review of 16 cases shows 25% mortality for pulmonary mucormycosis in DKA patients treated with amphotericin B
Treatment for rare lung infection kills one in four patients with diabetic ketoacidosis
This case report and literature review synthesizes data from 16 patients with diabetic ketoacidosis complicated by invasive pulmonary mucorm…
A review of 16 patients found that one in four died from this rare lung infection. Early diagnosis and surgery are key.
Frontiers
May 18, 2026
Radiology & Imaging
Meta-analysis
Systematic review and meta-analysis links D-dimer and ultrasound findings to recurrent venous thromboembolism risk
Doctors find high D-dimer levels and ultrasound results predict higher risk of blood clot return
This systematic review and meta-analysis of 48 articles evaluates the association between residual vein thrombosis and positive post-treatme…
A review of many studies shows that leftover blood clots and high D-dimer levels after treatment raise the chance of venous thromboembolism …
May 16, 2026
Allergy & Immunology
RCT
Immediate smoking cessation support increases 12-month quit rates in adults with chronic airway diseases
Scheduling Quit Appointments Now Boosts Long-Term Success For Asthma Patients
This randomized trial in 397 adult smokers with asthma, COPD, or bronchiectasis compared immediate support with usual advice. The immediate …
Scheduling a quit clinic visit immediately after diagnosis doubles long-term success rates for people with asthma or COPD.
May 15, 2026
Allergy & Immunology
Sys. Review
Narrative review of Europe-licensed anti-asthmatic biologics for severe pediatric asthma notes limited pediatric evidence
Kids' Asthma Biologics Work Differently Than Adults Think
This narrative review examines the use of Europe-licensed anti-asthmatic biologics in pediatric patients with severe asthma. The authors hig…
• Biologics help severe childhood asthma but act unlike adult treatments • Young patients unresponsive to standard inhalers or steroids bene…
Frontiers
May 15, 2026
Allergy & Immunology
Meta-analysis
Systematic review and meta-analysis on cold air bronchial challenge test for asthma diagnosis
Cold air test may cut asthma misdiagnosis in half
This systematic review and meta-analysis of 39 studies evaluated the diagnostic accuracy of the cold air bronchial challenge test for asthma…
A cold air breathing test may help doctors spot asthma more accurately, especially when symptoms show up during exercise.
May 14, 2026