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Baseline Lung Allograft Dysfunction After Bilateral Lung Transplantation: Determinants and Long-Term Pulmonary Outcomes

Baseline lung allograft dysfunction (BLAD) affects over 60% of bilateral lung transplant recipients, associates with increased mortality, and influences long-term lung function trajectories. Risk factors include higher BMI, prolonged ICU st

Oct 16, 2026

Diabetes & Endocrinology

Insulin Resistance and Hyperinsulinemia: The Hidden Drivers of Lung Function Decline in Diabetes

A comprehensive study combining the German Diabetes Study data and Mendelian randomization establishes a causal link between insulin resistance and reduced lung function (FEV1 and FVC), positioning the lung as a critical target for metaboli

Mar 20, 2026Sign in to read

Cardiology

Ventilation Hoods During Cooking Significantly Reduce PM2.5 Exposure and Improve Cardiometabolic and Pulmonary Health: Evidence from a Cluster-Randomized Trial in Rural China

A community-based intervention using ventilation hoods during cooking reduced 24-hour PM2.5 exposure by nearly 30% and improved cardiometabolic and pulmonary health markers in rural Chinese villages reliant on wood fuel.

Aug 30, 2025Sign in to read