Publications by authors named "Juan Antonio Mazzei"

Article Synopsis
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a growing concern due to its rising morbidity, mortality, and socioeconomic burden, prompting specialists to update knowledge and recommendations for prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
  • The article emphasizes the significance of early diagnosis through spirometry, smoking cessation methods, and highlights that long-acting bronchodilators are the first-line pharmacological treatment, often combined with inhaled corticosteroids for patients with frequent exacerbations.
  • Non-pharmacological approaches, such as respiratory rehabilitation and home oxygen therapy, are also important, and the article underscores the need for public education to enhance prevention and management of COPD.
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Cellular analysis of sputum either spontaneous or by induced sputum technique, has become a widespread tool for the evaluation and guidance of treatment of inflammatory diseases of the airway, primarily asthma, COPD and eosinophilic bronchitis. Induced sputum method is a validated, standardized and non-invasive technique, useful in patients with difficulties to expectorate. Its implementation is simple and cost effective.

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