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Beyond the Golden Years: Young COPD and Early Lung Function Decline as Critical Drivers of Premature Mortality and Cardiovascular Risk

By MedXY 12/31/2025

Recent evidence reveals that COPD in adults under 50 is more prevalent than previously thought, significantly increasing the risk of premature death and heart failure. Furthermore, impaired lung function trajectories starting in childhood predict respiratory symptoms long before a clinical diagnosis of COPD is made.

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Evaluating Carbocysteine in Mild-to-Moderate COPD: Insights From a Large Multicenter Controlled Trial

By MedXY 09/10/2025

A large phase 4 trial found carbocysteine did not significantly reduce exacerbation rates or improve lung function in mild-to-moderate COPD, suggesting limited benefit beyond severe cases.

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Impact of E-cigarette Use on Cardiovascular Risk, Lung Function, and Clinical Outcomes in Smokers: Insights from a Randomised Placebo-Controlled Trial

By MedXY 08/25/2025

This review synthesizes trial evidence showing that nicotine-containing e-cigarettes modestly improve lipid profiles but cause no significant changes in lung function or other cardiovascular markers compared to cigarette substitutes in smokers reducing cigarette use.