American journal of respiratory and critical care medicine
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Am. J. Respir. Crit. Care Med. · Dec 2024
Prevalence and Clinical Correlates of Radiologically Detected Coronary Artery Disease in COPD: A Cross-Sectional Observational Study.
Unrecognised coronary artery disease (CAD) may contribute to adverse outcomes in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Improved identification of at-risk groups could inform better preventative care. We aimed to evaluate the burden and relationships of radiologically detectable CAD in COPD, establish frequency of occult disease, and examine potential cardiovascular screening methods. ⋯ CTCA-detected CAD is common in patients with COPD, correlating poorly with symptoms and risk scores. Radiological screening, using CT thorax, might improve detection and outcomes in this patient group.
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Am. J. Respir. Crit. Care Med. · Dec 2024
Nasal High Flow to Modulate Dyspnea in Orally Intubated Patients.
High flow therapy reduces dyspnea in acute respiratory failure but the underlying mechanisms are not fully elucidated. ⋯ In orally intubated patients, nasal high flow was associated with lower dyspnea and lower respiratory drive without affecting the inspiratory work.