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Dual therapy improves not only lung function but also quality of life in COPD patients
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) reduces the quality of life of patients and is one of the main causes of morbidity and mortality. According to international recommendations, the initial pharmacotherapy is recommended as monotherapy with LAMA (long-acting muscarinic antagonists) or LABA (long-acting beta-agonists), or their combination. A pooled analysis of 4 studies compared the early addition of LABA to LAMA in patients with moderate to severe COPD.
Therapy with Cyclosporine in the Context of the Coronavirus Pandemic
The rapid spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus and the associated COVID-19 disease pandemic raises…
Does dabigatran use in women with acute venous thromboembolism reduce the risk of uterine bleeding compared to warfarin?
The use of new oral anticoagulants (NOACs) in patients with deep vein thrombosis is associated with…
Effect of Short-Term and Long-Term Stress on Heart Rate Variability
Acute and chronic stress significantly affects the cardiovascular (CV) system. The study presented…
Experiences with Long-term Treatment of Psoriasis with Interleukin 17A Inhibitor
The current publication of the long-term extension of the UNCOVER-3 study, which focused on the…
Options for Preventing Enteral Nutrition Intolerance in Mechanically Ventilated Patients in the ICU
Standards of care for critically ill patients recommend enteral nutrition for those on mechanical…
European Registry of Patients with Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency EARCO Enrolls Patients
Insufficient identification of patients with alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD) and a lack of…
Can alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency affect severity and higher mortality in COVID-19 patients?
Alpha-1-antitrypsin (AAT) deficiency is commonly found in the European population. The most cases…
Effectiveness of the Venetoclax/Rituximab Combination in the Treatment of CLL – 5-Year Follow-Up Data
At the virtual 62nd Annual Meeting of the American Society of Hematology (ASH), updated results of…
Retention – An Overlooked Parameter of Incontinence Products
In the Czech Republic and other European countries, the main criterion when choosing an…