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In preclinical respiratory studies, traditional methods like plethysmography often require animal restraint and extensive acclimation, limiting their ability to capture dynamic respiratory changes. To overcome these challenges, IPS Therapeutique Inc. validated a novel telemetry-based technique for continuous monitoring of intrapleural pressure and respiratory patterns in conscious, freely ...
Leading medical staff in the UK, writing for medical journal ‘Thorax’, are calling for industries and governing bodies to follow Australia’s new legislation and ban the use of engineered stone, commonly used for kitchen worktops. It comes after cases of silicosis linked to engineered stone exposure recently came to light globally. Workers who have been exposed to engineered ...
A sleep disorder, sleep apnea is characterized by repeated breathing pauses during sleep. The hypopnea and apnea episodes can last from a few seconds to a minute at a time and can occur many times during a night. Obstructive Sleep apnea happens when the throat muscles relax and the tongue falls back into the throat, partially blocking the airway. That in turn leads to improper breathing as the ...
Ischaemic heart diseases continue to be a major global health concern and a leading cause of death. To develop more effective treatments, it is essential for researchers to work with animal models that closely replicate human cardiac physiology. In a notable step forward, Pius et al. present a refined, minimally invasive ovine model of ischaemia–reperfusion–infarction which ...
High-performance cardiopulmonary resuscitation (HP-CPR) is a technique that emphasizes delivering chest compressions at the correct depth and rate while avoiding excessive leaning and minimizing interruptions. Often referred to as high-quality CPR within the medical community, HP-CPR is a critical skill that anyone can learn to improve survival outcomes for sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) victims. ...
In November 2024, the British Thoracic Society (BTS), Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network (SIGN), and the National Institute of Care Excellence (NICE) asthma guidelines1 were released superseding the previously separate guidelines from BTS/SIGN2 and NICE3. ...
On Wednesday, 27th November, the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), the British Thoracic Society (BTS), and the Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network (SIGN) updated and published a joint guideline on asthma diagnosis, monitoring, and chronic asthma management. ...
For years, you’ve always been a sound sleeper. But lately, your partner or spouse has been waking you up throughout the night because your snoring is disturbing their sleep. So you’re probably asking yourself “Why am I snoring all of a sudden?” If you’ve always considered yourself a non-snorer, or if your partner or spouse has started complaining about the noise ...
If you’re one of the 45% of American adults who snores at least on an occasional basis, you may get teased about it. Snoring is no joke at all and may a warning sign of an even more serious underlying condition, or sleep apnea. If you’re a sleep apnea victim, your breathing can be interrupted for short periods of time while you sleep. Additionally, not just the snoring individual ...
One of the more commonly asked questions sleep apnea experts answer is “Does sleeping sitting upright help with sleep apnea?” We already know that when a person with sleep apnea sleeps on their back, gravity closes or significantly narrows their airway (the space formed at the back of the mouth and upper throat areas). At the same time, the amount of air that enters their lungs ...
The electrocardiogram (ECG) is an essential medical test that provides vital information about the electrical signals emitted by the heart. This non-invasive examination can be conducted while the patient is at rest or during physical exercise, and it is a fundamental procedure for assessing heart ...
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What is asthma? According to the British Thoracic Society (BTS) and Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network (SIGN) guidelines, asthma is the presence of more than 1 of the following symptoms: · Wheeze, · Breathlessness, · Chest tightness, · Cough. ...
FeNO testing is recommended by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) to help diagnose asthma1, with the NObreath® device one of three devices recommended by NICE1. In 2005 the American Thoracic Society (ATS) and the European Respiratory Society (ERS) published recommendations for standardised procedures of FeNO testing highlighting that whilst evidence ...
Conforming to both the American Thoracic Society (ATS) and European Respiratory Society (ERS) guidelines, the NObreath® is also one of three FeNO devices recommended by the National Institute for Health Care Excellence (NICE)9, an independent international organisation providing national guidance and advice to improve health and social care. ...
Active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) are biologically active components in pharmaceutical drugs, responsible for the intended therapeutic effects. APIs are prepared through chemical synthesis or biotechnology, meeting stringent quality standards and regulatory requirements. We maintain a professional attitude and ensures the effectiveness and safety of our APIs product. APIs combine with ...
JAMA 2017;317:269-279 4. British Thoracic Society (2019)Guidelines for the management of asthma. Available from https://www.brit-thoracic.org.uk/quality-improvement/guidelines/asthma/ [Last accessed 20.6.24] 5. ...
In a recent Nature publication by Schappe,M (2024), researchers have revealed a fascinating aspect of respiratory physiology: the role of sensory neurons in guarding against airway obstruction and orchestrating crucial reflexes to maintain respiratory function. The study explores the intricate neural pathways involved in detecting and responding to airway closure. By characterizing a ...
CPR training is more than just a certification; it’s a crucial skill that can save lives in critical situations. In Kentucky, where industries range from manufacturing to healthcare, the demand for comprehensive CPR and first aid training is ever-present. The different levels of CPR training are designed to meet specific needs – from basic techniques for laypersons to advanced ...
In Kentucky, the significance of CPR certification extends far beyond a mere qualification. It’s about empowering individuals with the ability to make a crucial difference during emergencies. Each year, situations arise where immediate and knowledgeable action is essential. Being trained in CPR means not only responding to a crisis but doing so with the proficiency and confidence that can ...
Evaluating the stress related effects of various restraint methods in rodents Any restraining device used in an inhalation exposure set-up will be, by definition, restricting the subject’s ability to move. For nose-only inhalation set-ups, typical restraints are rigid, fully enclosed and include a metal or acrylic plunger forcing the subject forward and preventing the subject from ...