Clinical

When many people think of clinical trials, they may think of testing a new experimental drug or taking a placebo pill. But, not all clinical trials involve treatment! Even among...

In "Explaining Emphysema, Part 1", we discussed the risk factors and symptoms associated with this condition. Now, let's look at what can be done about it in terms of treatment...

There are many people in the United States, and around the world, living with COPD. Emphysema is one lung condition that falls under the umbrella of COPD. If you've ever...

Your prescription says, “Albuterol QID.” Your doctor wants you to get a PFT and ABG?” These and other abbreviations are commonly used by medical professionals, so what do they mean?...

The coughing associated with COPD produces large amounts of a slimy substance called mucus. The increase in the production of mucus and secretions are due to an excessive amount of...

A clinical trial1,2 is a research study that is conducted to determine whether a specific medical intervention, such as a treatment, device, procedure, or change in behavior is safe and...

Every clinical trial is designed to look at a specific population, so each participant is required to have certain traits (eligibility criteria) in order to take part in the study.1,2...

There are several terms that are commonly used when discussing clinical trials. Here are some that come up often:1,2Adverse event: an undesirable experience associated with the use of a medical...