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Abstract Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a major public health issue, and Erectile Dysfunction (ED) is a common male sexual dysfunction. Previous studies suggested an OSA-ED association, but findings are inconsistent, a...

Abstract Heart failure (HF) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) frequently co-occur, complicating treatment. Concerns about respiratory complications often lead to underuse of β-blockers in this population....

Abstract Background Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) remains the cornerstone of therapy for obstructive sleep apnea, yet its impact on preventing cardiovascular disease remains uncertain. Despite widespread cli...

Abstract To determine the relationship between mucus plugging and CT-derived parameters of sarcopenia in routine chest CT-scans. Patients with advanced Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (COPD GOLD 3 or 4) were investigate...

Abstract Neutrophil-driven inflammation is central to the pathogenesis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Emerging evidence suggests that Ca²⁺ signaling is critical in regulating neutrophil activation, r...

Abstract This study aimed to investigate the effects of air pollution and urbanization on the rate of allergic rhinitis and COPD in Turkey. Allergy and COPD rates compiled from the Turkish Ministry of Health Statistical ...

Abstract Effective respiratory therapy relies heavily on inhaler device efficiency and patient technique. While device performance is well-documented in idealized induction ports, there remains a critical lack of data in...

Abstract Chronic respiratory diseases (CRDs), particularly asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), impose significant burdens on patients and their families in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). L...