Publications by authors named "G Liva"
Article Synopsis
- In April 2024, the European Summit on chronic respiratory diseases (CRDs) was held in the European Parliament, organized by EUFOREA and hosted by MEPs Dorien Rookmaker and Mislav Kolakušić.
- The Summit aimed to address the challenges faced by European patients with CRDs by fostering collaboration among various European and global health organizations.
- Representatives from multiple societies and patient associations discussed strategies to improve respiratory care and prevention by sharing their visions and action plans.
Herbal Medicine in Acute and Chronic Sinusitis; Still a Cinderella?
Curr Allergy Asthma Rep
March 2025
Article Synopsis
- The review discusses the increasing relevance of herbal medicine as a potential treatment for both acute and chronic rhinosinusitis, particularly as conventional treatments face limitations.
- It highlights that while acute rhinosinusitis is common, its symptoms often overlap with other respiratory infections, complicating diagnosis and treatment, which usually involves symptomatic relief methods.
- Recent developments in herbal medicine, specifically through a method called phytoneering, show that certain herbal extracts can be effective for acute rhinosinusitis and may offer a promising alternative for chronic cases with fewer side effects.
Introduction: Pharyngocutaneous fistula (PCF) is the most common complication following total laryngectomy (TL). The factors contributing to its occurrence are still a matter of debate. The impact of suture type has been relatively underexplored.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe European Forum for Research and Education in Allergy and Airways diseases (EUFOREA) organized the first European Biologic Training Course (EBTC) in Brussels on 1st March 2024. The aim of this hybrid EBTC including both face-to-face and web-based participation was to address the educational needs of physicians dealing with asthma and Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP) on the clinically relevant aspects of diagnosing and treatment with biologics. EUFOREA is an international non-for-profit organization forming an alliance of all stakeholders dedicated to reducing the prevalence and burden of chronic respiratory diseases through the implementation of optimal patient care via educational, research, and advocacy activities.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective To test feasibility by enhancing the knowledge and skills of general practitioners (GPs) in managing ear, nose, and throat (ENT) morbidity within primary care settings through a three-hour educational course. Methods A structured course focused on common ENT disorders was conducted. Case morbidity was selected based on appropriate criteria.
View Article and Find Full Text PDF