Pulmonology & Critical Care
Device Implanted via Bronchoscopy Addresses Root Cause of Emphysema Symptoms
Catheter-placed valves dramatically reduce lung volume.
What We Know Now: Vaccine Effectiveness in Preventing Hospitalization
Vanderbilt-led study evaluates how the SARS-CoV-2 vaccines are working in real-world settings.
Smarter Screening for Early Lung Cancer
A three-way risk assessment to optimize decisions on bronchoscopy and biopsy.
Autopsies Demonstrate Gross Underdiagnosis of Cardiac Sarcoidosis
Lack of awareness hinders early diagnosis of a treatable disease.
Support for Expanded Lung Cancer Screening Guidelines
Genetic susceptibilities can help define smokers who are likely to benefit.
Updated Guidelines for Lung Cancer Screening Aim to Reduce Disparities
Expanded screening addresses varying risk factors and could help African Americans.
Respiratory Microbiome May Impact COVID-19 Severity
New study will detail role of upper respiratory tract bacteria in susceptibility to SARS-CoV-2.
Reducing Risk of Postoperative Atrial Fibrillation (PoAF)
Study forges a path toward polygenic risk scoring and personalized treatment.
Interstitial Lung Disease: Paving the Way for Precision Medicine
Increased understanding is driving diagnostics and treatment.
Mindfully “Passing the Rx Baton” After Acute Care
Update on Shed-MEDS, the largest geriatric deprescribing intervention trial to date.
A Common Fungus Fosters a Rare Disease: Fibrosing Mediastinitis
Fibrosing mediastinitis is an often missed diagnosis.