[Determination of Hypercapnic Ventilatory Response in COPD Patients].

Previous studies showed a reduced hypercapnic ventilatory response (HCVR) in patients with COPD. However, the association between HCVR and COPD GOLD stages is unknown. The measurement of the HCVR is a methodological option to test the function of the breathing feedback cycle.

[Pilot Project: Improved Lung Deposition via a New Nasal Inhalation Procedure].

Introduction: Inhaled drugs can only be effective if they reach the middle and small airways. This study introduces a system that combines a trans-nasal application of aerosols with noninvasive pressure support ventilation.

Methods: In a pilot study, 7 COPD patients with GOLD stages II and III inhaled a radiolabeled marker dissolved in water via a trans-nasal route.

Supporting prolonged COPD monitoring using an application for mobile devices.

COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) is the most frequent form of chronic respiratory disease. During the progress of this disease, phases of aggravation of pulmonary function (exacerbations) can occur, which reduce the quality of life. Clinical experience shows that single investigations are insufficient.

Telemonitoring and medical care supporting of patients with chronic respiratory diseases.

Experts refer to innovative telemonitoring technologies to deal with chronic respiratory diseases, especially the chronic obstructive pulmonary disease - COPD. In chronic respiratory diseases, sudden acute exacerbations may occur that can be life-threatening in some cases. Telemonitoring solutions help to detect the beginning of an impaired medical condition and can induce an adequate countermeasure in time.