Publications by authors named "Madeleine R Jacques"
Update on the pharmacological treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Expert Opin Pharmacother
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is often caused by smoking and environmental factors, with recent advancements in treatment becoming available.
- The text discusses the effectiveness of various treatments, including bronchodilators, corticosteroids, and new PDE inhibitors like ensifentrine, alongside the strategic use of antibiotics and biologics for specific cases.
- The introduction of these new therapies complicates COPD management, highlighting the importance of understanding patient characteristics (endotypes and phenotypes) to guide treatment choices, though they can be costly.