Respiratory disorders 2010

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Research from 17 December 2010

  • Brunet, L., Pai, M., Davids, V., Ling, D., Paradis, G., Lenders, L., Meldau, R., van Zyl, Smit R., Calligaro, G., Allwood, B., Dawson, R., and Dheda, K. High prevalence of smoking among patients with suspected tuberculosis in South Africa. Eur.Respir.J.  9-12-2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21148230
  • Hayatbakhsh, M. R., Najman, J. M., O'Callaghan, M. J., Williams, G. M., Paydar, A., and Clavarino, A. Association between smoking and respiratory function before and after menopause. Lung . 9-12-2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21152930
  • Hansel, N. N., Sidhaye, V., Rafaels, N. M., Gao, L., Gao, P., Williams, R., Connett, J. E., Beaty, T. H., Mathias, R. A., Wise, R. A., King, L. S., and Barnes, K. C. Aquaporin 5 polymorphisms and rate of lung function decline in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. PLoS.One. 5[12], e14226. 2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21151978
  • Sly, P. D. The early origins of asthma: who is really at risk? Curr.Opin.Allergy Clin.Immunol.  8-12-2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21150438
  • Yamakage, M. Cigarette smoking-induced airway hyperreactivity. J.Anesth.  14-12-2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21153844

Research from 9 December 2010

  • Reynolds, P. R., Kasteler, S. D., Schmitt, R. E., and Hoidal, J. R. RAGE signals through Ras during tobacco smoke-induced pulmonary inflammation. Am.J.Respir.Cell Mol.Biol.  3-12-2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21131443

Research from 3 December 2010

  • Braber, S., Koelink, P. J., Henricks, P. A., Jackson, P. L., Nijkamp, F. P., Garssen, J., Kraneveld, A. D., Blalock, J. E., and Folkerts, G. Cigarette smoke-induced lung emphysema in mice is associated with prolyl endopeptidase, an enzyme involved in collagen breakdown. Am.J.Physiol Lung Cell Mol.Physiol . 26-11-2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21112944
  • Cinar, N., Dede, C., Cevahir, R., and Sevimli, D. Smoking status in parents of children hospitalized with a diagnosis of respiratory system disorders. Bosn.J.Basic Med.Sci. 10[4], 319-322. 2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21108615
  • Civelek, E., Cakir, B., Orhan, F., Yuksel, H., Boz, A. B., Uner, A., and Sekerel, B. E. Risk factors for current wheezing and its phenotypes among elementary school children. Pediatr.Pulmonol.  23-11-2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21105007
  • Dai, B., Kang, J., Wang, Z. F., Kong, D. L., Tan, W., and Zhao, H. W. [Risk factors of novel severe influenza A(H1N1) with concurrent adult respiratory distress syndrome.]. Zhonghua Yi.Xue.Za Zhi. 90[34], 2392-2395. 2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21092507
  • Harju, T., Kinnula, V. L., Paakko, P., Salmenkivi, K., Risteli, J., and Kaarteenaho, R. Variability in the precursor proteins of collagen I and III in different stages of COPD. Respir.Res. 11[1], 165. 30-11-2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21118554
  • Huang, Q. P., Zhong, X. N., Bai, J., Qiu, S. L., Chen, H., and Zhang, J. Q. [Change of airway inflammation induced by Th1/Tc1 and the expression of T regulatory cells in smoking cessation rats.]. Zhonghua Yi.Xue.Za Zhi. 90[36], 2552-2557. 2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21092462
  • Jaakkola, M. S., Sripaiboonkij, P., and Jaakkola, J. J. Effects of occupational exposures and smoking on lung function in tile factory workers. Int.Arch.Occup.Environ.Health . 1-12-2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21120663
  • Qiu, S. L., Bai, J., Zhong, X. N., Huang, Q. P., Chen, H., and Liu, G. N. [CD(4)(+)Foxp3(+) regulatory T cells in inflammation and emphysema after smoking cessation in rats.]. Zhonghua Jie.He.He.Hu Xi.Za Zhi. 33[9], 688-692. 2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21092638

Research from 26 November 2010

  • Irander, K., Borres, M. P., and Palm, J. P. Acoustic rhinometry, spirometry and nitric oxide in relation to airway allergy and smoking habits in an adolescent cohort. International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology . 14-11-2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21081250
  • Miller, M. R., Jordan, R. E., and Adab, P. Gender differences in COPD: are women more susceptible to smoking effects than men? Thorax . 15-11-2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21081485

Research from 19 November 2010

  • Li, Q., Zhou, X., Kolosov, V. P., and Perelman, J. M. Nicotine suppresses inflammatory factors in HBE16 airway epithelial cells after exposure to cigarette smoke extract and lipopolysaccharide. Transl.Res. 156[6], 326-334. 2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21078494

Research from 11 November 2010

  • Atkinson JJ, Lutey BA, Suzuki Y, Toennies HM, Kelley DG, Kobayashi DK, Ijem WG, Deslee G, Moore CH, Jacobs ME, Conradi SH, Gierada DS, Pierce RA, Betsuyaku T, Senior RM. The Role of matrix metalloproteinase (MMP)-9 in cigarette smoke-induced emphysema. Am J Respir Crit Care Med. 2010 Nov 5. Abstract or full text available at:  http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21057003
  • Demir AU, Celikel S, Karakaya G, Kalyoncu AF. Asthma and allergic diseases in school children from 1992 to 2007 with incidence data. J Asthma. 2010 Nov 1. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21039212
  • Hedman L, Bjerg A, Sundberg S, Forsberg B, Rönmark E. Both environmental tobacco smoke and personal smoking is related to asthma and wheeze in teenagers. Thorax. 2010 Nov 3. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21047869
  • Margaritopoulos GA, Nicholson AG, Giannarakis G, Lambiri I, Siafakas NM, Antoniou KM. A 35 year old smoker with shortness of breath. BMJ. 2010 Nov 3;341:c4793. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21047889
  • Wang G, Wang R, Ferris B, Salit J, Yael Strulovici-Barel Y, Hackett NR, Crystal RG. Smoking-mediated up-regulation of GAD67 expression in the human airway epithelium. Respir Res. 2010 Oct 29;11(1):150. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21034448
  • Wen Y, Reid DW, Zhang D, Ward C, Wood-Baker R, Walters EH. Assessment of airway inflammation using sputum, BAL, and endobronchial biopsies in current and  ex-smokers with established COPD. Int J Chron Obstruct Pulmon Dis. 2010 Oct 5;5:327-34. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21037956
  • Van Pottelberge GR, Mestdagh P, Bracke KR, Thas O, van Durme YM, Joos GF, Vandesompele J, Brusselle GG. MicroRNA Expression in induced sputum of smokers and patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Am J Respir Crit Care
    Med. 2010 Oct 29. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21037022

Research from 4 November 2010

  • Ashraf H, Lo P, Shaker SB, de Bruijne M, Dirksen A, Tønnesen P, Dahlbäck M, Pedersen JH. Short-term effect of changes in smoking behaviour on emphysema quantification by CT. Thorax.  Oct 26. 2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20978026
  • Cantin AM. Cellular response to cigarette smoke and oxidants: adapting to survive. Proceedings of the American Thoracic Society.7(6):368-75. 2010. Abstract or full text available at:  http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21030515
  • Ishii T, Wakabayashi R, Kurosaki H, Gemma A, Kida K. Association of serotonin transporter gene variation with smoking, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and its depressive symptoms. Journal of Human Genetics. Oct 28. 2010 Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20981038

Research from 29 October 2010

  • Llinas, L., Peinado, V. I., Ramon, Goni J., Rabinovich, R., Pizarro, S., Rodriguez-Roisin, R., Barbera, J. A., and Bastos, R. Similar gene expression profiles in smokers and patients with moderate COPD. Pulm.Pharmacol.Ther.  20-10-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20970515
  • Feng, Y., Kong, Y., Barnes, P. F., Huang, F. F., Klucar, P., Wang, X., Samten, B., Sengupta, M., Machona, B., Donis, R., Tvinnereim, A. R., and Shams, H. Exposure to cigarette smoke inhibits the pulmonary T cell response to influenza and mycobacterium tuberculosis. Infect.Immun.  25-10-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20974820
  • Hickson, D. A., Burchfiel, C. M., Petrini, M. F., Liu, J., Campbell-Jenkins, B. W., Bhagat, R., and Marshall, G. D. Leptin is inversely associated with lung function in African Americans, independent of adiposity: The Jackson Heart Study. Obesity.(Silver.Spring) . 21-10-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20966906
  • Miller, M., Cho, J. Y., Pham, A., Friedman, P. J., Ramsdell, J., and Broide, D. H. Persistent airway inflammation and emphysema progression on CT in ex-smokers observed for 4 years. Chest . 21-10-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20966041
  • More, J. M., Voelker, D. R., Silveira, L. J., Edwards, M. G., Chan, E. D., and Bowler, R. P. Smoking reduces surfactant protein D and phospholipids in patients with and without chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. BMC.Pulm.Med. 10[1], 53. 25-10-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20973980
  • Sato, M., Shibata, Y., Kimura, T., Yamauchi, K., Abe, S., Inoue, S., Kishi, H., Oizumi, H., and Kubota, I. Immunohistochemical staining for transcription factor MafB in alveolar macrophages is correlated with spirometric measures of airflow limitation in smokers. Respirology.  25-10-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20969674

Research from 22 October 2010

  • Minas, M., Papaioannou, A. I., Tsaroucha, A., Daniil, Z., Hatzoglou, C., Sgantzos, M., Gourgoulianis, K. I., and Kostikas, K. Body composition in severe refractory asthma: comparison with COPD patients and healthy smokers. PLoS.One. 5[10], e13233. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20949085
  • Raherison, C. and Girodet, P. O. Epidemiology of COPD. Eur.Respir.Rev. 18[114], 213-221. 1-12-2009.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20956146
  • de Marco, R., Accordini, S., Marcon, A., Cerveri, I., Anto, J. M., Gislason, T., Heinrich, J., Janson, C., Jarvis, D., Kuenzli, N., Leynaert, B., Sunyer, J., Svanes, C., Wjst, M., and Burney, P. Risk factors for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease in a European cohort of young adults. American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine . 8-10-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20935112
  • Weiss, T. W., Schumacher, S., Kaun, C., Katsaros, K. M., Troseid, M., Huber, K., Maurer, G., and Wojta, J. Association between smoking and presence of mycoplasma pneumoniae in circulating leukocytes. Swiss.Med.Wkly. 140, w13105. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20927683

Research from 8 October 2010

  • Jang, A. S., Park, S. W., Kim, D. J., Uh, S., Kim, Y. H., Whang, H. G., Lim, G. I., and Park, C. S. Effects of smoking cessation on airflow obstruction and quality of life in asthmatic smokers. Allergy Asthma Immunol.Res. 2[4], 254-259. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20885910
  • Rubio, M. C., Rodriguez Hermosa, J. L., and Alvarez-Sala Walther, J. L. [COPD in nonsmokers]. Arch.Bronconeumol. 46 Suppl 4, 16-21. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20850022
  • Tollefson, A. K., Oberley-Deegan, R. E., Butterfield, K. T., Nicks, M. E., Weaver, M. R., Remigio, L. K., Decsesznak, J., Chu, H. W., Bratton, D. L., Riches, D. W., and Bowler, R. P. Endogenous enzymes (NOX & ECSOD) regulate Smoke induced oxidative stress. Free Radic.Biol.Med.  28-9-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20887783

Research from 30 September 2010

  • [Psychoemotional features of smokers with chronic obstructive lung disease, under high occupational risk]. Med.Tr.Prom Ekol. [8], 41-44. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20873260
  • Price, D., Freeman, D., Cleland, J., Kaplan, A., and Cerasoli, F. Earlier diagnosis and earlier treatment of COPD in primary care. Primary Care Respiratory Journal . 24-9-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20871945
  • Roos-Engstrand, E., Pourazar, J., Behndig, A. F., Blomberg, A., and Bucht, A. Cytotoxic T cells expressing the co-stimulatory receptor NKG2D are increased in cigarette smoking and COPD. Respiratory Research 11[1], 128. 24-9-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20863413

Research from 24 September 2010

  • Demir, A. U., Celikel, S., Karakaya, G., and Kalyoncu, A. F. Asthma and allergic diseases in school children from 1992 to 2007 with incidence data. J.Asthma . 22-9-2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20858154
  • Berry, C. E. and Wise, R. A. Mortality in COPD: Causes, Risk Factors, and Prevention. COPD. 7[5], 375-382. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20854053
  • Dirven, J. A., Muris, J. W., and van Schayck, C. P. COPD Screening in General Practice Using a Telephone Questionnaire. COPD. 7[5], 352-359. 2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20854050
  • Butler, C. C., Hood, K., Kelly, M. J., Goossens, H., Verheij, T., Little, P., Melbye, H., Torres, A., Molstad, S., Godycki-Cwirko, M., Almirall, J., Blasi, F., Schaberg, T., Edwards, P., Rautakorpi, U. M., Hupkova, H., Wood, J., Nuttall, J., and Coenen, S. Treatment of acute cough/lower respiratory tract infection by antibiotic class and associated outcomes: a 13 European country observational study in primary care. J.Antimicrob.Chemother.  18-9-2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20852271
  • Holm, K. E., Lachance, H. R., Bowler, R. P., Make, B. J., and Wamboldt, F. S. Family factors are associated with psychological distress and smoking status in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Gen.Hosp.Psychiatry 32[5], 492-498. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20851269
  • Vozoris, N. T. and Stanbrook, M. B. Smoking prevalence, behaviours, and cessation among individuals with COPD or asthma. Respir.Med.  15-9-2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20850288
  • Kotz, D., Wesseling, G., Aveyard, P., and van Schayck, O. C. Smoking cessation and development of respiratory health in smokers screened with normal spirometry. Respir.Med.  15-9-2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20850286
  • Wan, W. Y., Morris, A., Kinnear, G., Pearce, W., Mok, J., Wyss, D., and Stevenson, C. S. Pharmacological characterisation of anti-inflammatory compounds in acute and chronic mouse models of cigarette smoke-induced inflammation. Respir.Res. 11[1], 126. 18-9-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20849642
  • Clark, B. J. and Flaherty, K. R. Clinical Year in Review III: Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Respiratory Health Effects of Smoking, Genetics of Lung Disease, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Proc.Am.Thorac.Soc. 7[5], 312-317. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20844289
  • Bush, A. and Saglani, S. Management of severe asthma in children. Lancet 376[9743], 814-825. 4-9-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20816548
  • Gibson, P. G., McDonald, V. M., and Marks, G. B. Asthma in older adults. Lancet 376[9743], 803-813. 4-9-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20816547
  • Rabe, K. F., Decramer, M., and Siafakas, N. The year of the lung. Lancet 376[9743], 753-754. 4-9-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20816531

Research from 17 September 2010

  • Roche, N., Gaillat, J., Garre, M., Meunier, J. P., Lemaire, N., and Bendjenana, H. Acute respiratory illness as a trigger for detecting chronic bronchitis in adults at risk of COPD: a primary care survey. Prim.Care Respir.J.  9-9-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20842324
  • van der, Molen T. Co-morbidities of COPD in primary care: frequency, relation to COPD, and treatment consequences. Prim.Care Respir.J.  9-9-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20842323
  • Vukovic, D. S., Nagorni-Obradovic, L. M., and Vukovic, G. M. Lifestyle and perceived health in subjects with chronic bronchitis or emphysema: a cross-sectional study. BMC Public Health [electronic resource] 10[1], 546. 9-9-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20828414
  • Vogelmeier, C. and Worth, H. COPD - A Historical Review, Current Management and Research Perspectives. Pneumologie 64[9], 550-554. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20827637
  • Barnes, P. J., Dweik, R. A., Gelb, A. F., Gibson, P. G., George, S. C., Grasemann, H., Pavord, I. D., Ratjen, F., Silkoff, P. E., Taylor, D. R., and Zamel, N. Exhaled nitric oxide in pulmonary diseases: a comprehensive review. Chest 138[3], 682-692. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20822990

Research from 10 September 2010

  • Lyngso, A. M., Backer, V., Gottlieb, V., Nybo, B., Ostergaard, M. S., and Frolich, A. Early detection of COPD in primary care - The Copenhagen COPD Screening Project. BMC Public Health [electronic resource] 10[1], 524. 1-9-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20809934
  • Parkes, G. and Greenhalgh, T. Paradoxes of spirometry results, and smoking cessation. Primary Care Respiratory Journal 19[3], 295-296. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20818479
  • Sauvaget, E., Dellamonica, J., Arlaud, K., Sanfiorenzo, C., Bernardin, G., Padovani, B., Viard, L., and Dubus, J. C. Idiopathic acute eosinophilic pneumonia requiring ECMO in a teenager smoking tobacco and cannabis. Pediatric Pulmonology . 1-9-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20812251
  • Shaykhiev, R., Otaki, F., Bonsu, P., Dang, D. T., Teater, M., Strulovici-Barel, Y., Salit, J., Harvey, B. G., and Crystal, R. G. Cigarette smoking reprograms apical junctional complex molecular architecture in the human airway epithelium in vivo. Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences . 6-9-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20820852
  • Su, Y. W., Xu, Y. J., and Liu, X. S. Quantitative differentiation of dendritic cells in lung tissues of smokers with and without chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Chinese Medical Journal 123[12], 1500-1504. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20819500
  • Tharappel, J. C., Cholewa, J., Espandiari, P., Spear, B. T., Gairola, C. G., and Glauert, H. P. Effects of cigarette smoke on the activation of oxidative stress-related transcription factors in female A/J mouse lung. Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health.Part A 73[19], 1288-1297. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20711931
  • Zhang, X. Y., Xu, Y. J., Liu, X. S., and Zhang, Z. X. Cigarette smoke extract promotes proliferation of airway smooth muscle cells in asthmatic rats via regulating cyclin D1 expression. Chinese Medical Journal 123[13], 1709-1714. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20819634

Research from 3 September 2010

  • Boulet, L. P., Deschesnes, F., Chaboillez, S., and Lemiere, C. Protocol: influence of budesonide and budesonide/formoterol on asthma control in smoking asthmatic adults. Open.Respir.Med.J. 4, 51-57. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20802810
  • Oshikata, C. [The utility of the fraction of exhaled nitric oxide for diagnosing asthma is decreased in non-atopic smokers]. Nihon Kokyuki.Gakkai Zasshi 48[7], 539-540. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20684221
  • van der Zalm, M. M., Uiterwaal, C. S., Wilbrink, B., Koopman, M., Verheij, T. J., and van der Ent, C. K. The influence of neonatal lung function on rhinovirus associated wheeze. American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine . 27-8-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20802166
  • Wilson, J. S., Elborn, J. S., and Fitzsimons, D. 'It's not worth stopping now': why do smokers with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease continue to smoke? A qualitative study. Journal of Clinical Nursing . 24-8-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20738455


Research from 27 August 2010

  • Bhunu, C. P., Mushayabasa, S., and Tchuenche, J. M. A theoretical assessment of the effects of smoking on the transmission dynamics of tuberculosis. Bull.Math.Biol.  20-8-2010.  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20725798

Research from 20 August 2010

  • Schweitzer, K., Johnstone, B. H., Garrison, J., Rush, N., Cooper, S., Traktuev, D. O., Feng, D., Adamowicz, J. J., Van Demark, M., Fisher, A. J., Kamocki, K., Brown, M. B., Presson Jr, R. G., Broxmeyer, H. E., March, K. L., and Petrache, I. Adipose stem cell treatment in mice attenuates lung and systemic injury induced by cigarette smoking. Am.J.Respir.Crit Care Med.  13-8-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20709815
  • Siatkowska, H., Jastrzebski, D., and Kozielski, J. [Smoking and clinical manifestation, lung function impairment, resulting comorbidities]. Pol.Merkur Lekarski. 29[169], 8-13. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20712240
  • Wang, R., Wang, G., Ricard, M. J., Ferris, B., Strulovici-Barel, Y., Salit, J., Hackett, N. R., Gudas, L. J., and Crystal, R. G. Smoking-induced Up-regulation of AKR1B10 expression in the airway epithelium of healthy individuals. Chest . 12-8-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20705797

Research from 13 August 2010

  • Hoogendoorn, M., Feenstra, T. L., Hoogenveen, R. T., and Rutten-van Molken, M. P. Long-term effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of smoking cessation interventions in patients with COPD. Thorax 65[8], 711-718. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20685746
  • Osaka, D., Shibata, Y., Abe, S., Inoue, S., Tokairin, Y., Igarashi, A., Yamauchi, K., Kimura, T., Sato, M., Kishi, H., Takabatake, N., Sata, M., Watanabe, T., Konta, T., Kawata, S., Kato, T., and Kubota, I. Relationship between Habit of Cigarette Smoking and Airflow Limitation in Healthy Japanese Individuals: The Takahata Study. Intern.Med. 49[15], 1489-1499. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20686279
  • Ozawa, H., Asai, S., Jin, G., Hasunuma, Y., Tanaka, C., Ikeda, T., Kimura, M., Ueda, A., Yamashita, T., and Miyachi, H. Severe Pneumonia Caused by a Novel Influenza A (H1N1) Virus in an Asymptomatic Emphysematous Smoker. Intern.Med. 49[15], 1667-1670. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20686312
  • Strulovici-Barel, Y., Omberg, L., O'Mahony, M., Gordon, C., Hollmann, C., Tilley, A. E., Salit, J., Mezey, J., Harvey, B. G., and Crystal, R. G. Threshold of Biologic Responses of the Small Airway Epithelium to Low Levels of Tobacco Smoke. Am.J.Respir.Crit Care Med.  6-8-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20693378

Research from 6 August 2010

  • Hamari, A., Toljamo, T., Nieminen, P., and Kinnula, V. L. High frequency of chronic cough and sputum production with lowered exercise capacity in young smokers. Ann.Med.  28-7-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20662762
  • Lin, J. L. and Thomas, P. S. Current perspectives of oxidative stress and its measurement in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. COPD. 7[4], 291-306. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20673039
  • Raad, D., Gaddam, S., Schunemann, H. J., Irani, J., Abou, Jaoude P., Honeine, R., and Akl, E. A. Effects of waterpipe tobacco smoking on lung function: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Chest . 29-7-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20671057
  • Soltani, A., Reid, D. W., Sohal, S. S., Wood-Baker, R., Weston, S., Muller, H. K., and Walters, E. H. Basement membrane and vascular remodelling in smokers and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a cross-sectional study. Respir.Res. 11[1], 105. 30-7-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20670454


Research from 30 July 2010

  • Antus, B., Barta, I., Kullmann, T., Lazar, Z., Valyon, M., Horvath, I., and Csiszer, E. Assessment of exhaled breath condensate pH in exacerbations of asthma and COPD: a longitudinal study. Am.J.Respir.Crit Care Med.  23-7-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20656939
  • Braber, S., Henricks, P. A., Nijkamp, F. P., Kraneveld, A. D., and Folkerts, G. Inflammatory changes in the airways of mice caused by cigarette smoke exposure are only partially reversed after smoking cessation. Respir.Res. 11[1], 99. 22-7-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20649997
  • Harmsen, L., Thomsen, S. F., Ingebrigtsen, T., Steffensen, I. E., Skadhauge, L. R., Kyvik, K. O., and Backer, V. Chronic mucus hypersecretion: prevalence and risk factors in younger individuals. Int.J.Tuberc.Lung Dis. 14[8], 1052-1058. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20626952
  • Murphy, V. E., Clifton, V. L., and Gibson, P. G. The effect of cigarette smoking on asthma control during exacerbations in pregnant women. Thorax . 13-7-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20627905
  • Pillai, S. G., Kong, X., Edwards, L. D., Cho, M., Anderson, W. H., Coxson, H. O., Lomas, D. A., and Silverman, E. K. Loci identified by genome-wide association studies influence different disease-related phenotypes in COPD. Am.J.Respir.Crit Care Med.  23-7-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20656943
  • Smelter, D. F., Sathish, V., Thompson, M. A., Pabelick, C. M., Vassallo, R., and Prakash, Y. S. Thymic stromal lymphopoietin in cigarette smoke-exposed human airway smooth muscle. J of Immunology . 26-7-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20660708
  • Sohal, S. S., Reid, D., Soltani, A., Ward, C., Weston, S., Muller, H. K., Wood-Baker, R., and Walters, E. H. Reticular basement membrane fragmentation and potential epithelial mesenchymal transition is exaggerated in the airways of smokers with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Respirology. 15[6], 930-938. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20630030
  • Tashkin, D. P. and Varghese, S. T. Combined treatment with formoterol and tiotropium is more efficacious than treatment with tiotropium alone in patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, regardless of smoking status, inhaled corticosteroid use, baseline severity, or gender. Pulm.Pharmacol.Ther.  23-7-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20659577
  • Xiao, D. and Wang, C. [A most important measure in prevention of chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases: smoke cassation and avoidance of passive smoking.]. Zhonghua Nei Ke.Za Zhi. 49[5], 374-375. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20646407
  • Zhang, J. Q., Lao, Q. F., Chu, S. Y., Bai, J., and Zhong, X. N. [Interleukin-17 expression and significance in normal lung function smokers and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patients.]. Zhonghua Yi.Xue.Za Zhi. 90[20], 1431-1435. 25-5-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20646637


Research from 16 July 2010

  • Chatkin, G., Chatkin, J. M., Aued, G., Petersen, G. O., Jeremias, E. T., and Thiesen, F. V. [Evaluation of the exhaled carbon monoxide levels in smokers with COPD.]. J.Bras.Pneumol. 36[3], 332-338. 2010.  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20625671
  • Ellisen, L. W. Smoking and emphysema: the stress connection. Nat.Med. 16[7], 754-755. 2010.  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20613751

Research from 8 July 2010

  • Haren-Willems, J. and Heijdra, Y. Increasing evidence for gender differences in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Womens Health (Lond Engl.) 6[4], 595-600. 2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20597622
  • Simpson, C. R., Hippisley-Cox, J., and Sheikh, A. Trends in the epidemiology of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in England: a national study of 51 804 patients. Br.J.Gen.Pract. 60[576], 277-284. 2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20594429
  • Wewers, M. E., Munzer, A., and Ewart, G. Tackling a root cause of chronic lung disease: the ATS, FDA, and tobacco control. Am.J.Respir.Crit Care Med. 181[12], 1281-1282. 15-6-2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20558639
  • Zielinski, J., Bednarek, M., and Gorecka, D. Complete smoking cessation is beneficial in older and more advanced COPD patients. Eur.Respir.J. 36[1], 216-217. 2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20595173

Research from 2 July 2010

  • Beasley, M. B. Smoking-related small airway disease - a review and update. Adv.Anat.Pathol. 17[4], 270-276. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20574172
  • Montano, M., Cisneros1 J, Ramirez-Venegas, A., Pedraza-Chaverri, J., Mercado, D., Ramos, C., and Sansores, R. H. Malondialdehyde and superoxide dismutase correlate with FEV(1) in patients with COPD associated with wood smoke exposure and tobacco smoking. Inhal.Toxicol.  28-6-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20583895
  • Tsukioka, K., Toyabe, S., and Akazawa, K. [Risk factors for persistent and relapsed childhood-onset asthma.]. Arerugi 59[6], 699-705. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20574146


Research from 25 June 2010

  • Gheffari, I., Bourdin, A., Chanez, P., and Godard, P. [Evaluation of professional practice in the management of COPD at Montpellier University Hospital.]. Rev.Mal Respir. 27[5], 457-462. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20569878
  • Wang, J., Spitz, M. R., Amos, C. I., Wilkinson, A. V., Wu, X., and Shete, S. Mediating effects of smoking and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease on the relation between the CHRNA5-A3 genetic locus and lung cancer risk. Cancer . 27-4-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20564069


Research from 18 June 2010

  • Tanni, S. E., Pelegrino, N. R., Angeleli, A. Y., Correa, C., and Godoy, I. Smoking status and tumor necrosis factor-alpha mediated systemic inflammation in COPD patients. J.Inflamm.(Lond) 7[1], 29. 9-6-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20534161


Research from 11 June 2010

  • Carlsten, C., Brauer, M., Dimich-Ward, H., Dybuncio, A., Becker, A. B., and Chan-Yeung, M. Combined exposure to dog and indoor pollution: incident asthma in a high-risk birth cohort. Eur.Respir.J.  7-6-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20530047
  • Halterman, J. S., Conn, K. M., Hernandez, T., and Tanski, S. E. Parent knowledge, attitudes, and household practices regarding SHS exposure: a case-control study of urban children with and without asthma. Clin.Pediatr.(Phila) . 3-6-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20522612
  • Harmsen, L., Gottlieb, V., Makowska, Rasmussen L., and Backer, V. Asthma patients who smoke have signs of chronic airflow limitation before age 45. J.Asthma 47[4], 362-366. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20528587
  • Kim, H. Smoking rather than diet deficiency is related with airway obstruction in Korea. Korean J.Intern.Med. 25[2], 130-131. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20526384
  • McLeish, A. C. and Zvolensky, M. J. Asthma and cigarette smoking: a review of the empirical literature. J.Asthma 47[4], 345-361. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20528586
  • Sorheim, I. C., Johannessen, A., Gulsvik, A., Bakke, P. S., Silverman, E. K., and Demeo, D. L. Gender differences in COPD: are women more susceptible to smoking effects than men? Thorax 65[6], 480-485. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20522842
  • Uthaisangsook, S. Risk factors for development of asthma in Thai adults in Phitsanulok: a university-based study. Asian Pac.J.Allergy Immunol. 28[1], 23-28. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20527512
  • Wen, C. P., Chan, T. C., Chan, H. T., Tsai, M. K., Cheng, T. Y., and Tsai, S. P. The reduction of tuberculosis risks by smoking cessation. BMC.Infect.Dis. 10[1], 156. 7-6-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20529257
  • Wood, A. M., de Pablo, P., Buckley, C. D., Ahmad, A., and Stockley, R. A. Smoke exposure as a determinant of auto-antibody titre in AATD and COPD. Eur.Respir.J.  4-6-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20525711

Research from 4 June 2010

  • Kjaergaard, T., Cvancarova, M., and Steinsvag, S. K. Cigarette smoking and self-assessed upper airway health. Eur.Arch.Otorhinolaryngol.  29-5-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20512499
  • Koskenvuo, K., Broms, U., Korhonen, T., Laitinen, L., Huunan-Seppala, A., Keistinen, T., Autti-Ramo, I., Kaprio, J., and Koskenvuo, M. Smoking strongly predicts disability retirement due to COPD: the Finnish Twin Cohort Study. Eur.Respir.J.  1-6-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20516052


Research from 28 May 2010

  • Blosnich, J., Jarrett, T., and Horn, K. Disparities in Smoking and Acute Respiratory Illnesses Among Sexual Minority Young Adults. Lung . 23-5-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20496074
  • Nadif, R., Matran, R., Maccario, J., Bechet, M., Le Moual, N., Scheinmann, P., Bousquet, J., Kauffmann, F., and Pin, I. Passive and active smoking and exhaled nitric oxide levels according to asthma and atopy in adults. Ann.Allergy Asthma Immunol. 104[5], 385-393. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20486328

Research from 21 May 2010

  • Fekih, L., Boussoffara, L., Abdelghaffar, H., Hassene, H., Fenniche, S., Belhabib, D., Zouari, B., and Megdiche, M. L. [Effect of tobacco smoking on pulmonary tuberculosis]. Rev.Med.Liege 65[3], 152-155. 2010.   Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20411820

Research from 14 May 2010

  • Aspberg, S., Dahlquist, G., Kahan, T., and Kallen, B. Confirmed association between neonatal phototherapy or neonatal icterus and risk of childhood asthma. Pediatr.Allergy Immunol.  27-4-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20444150
  • Lin, Y. S., Caffrey, J. L., Chang, M. H., Dowling, N., and Lin, J. W. Cigarette smoking, cadmium exposure, and zinc intake on obstructive lung disorder. Respir.Res. 11[1], 53. 9-5-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20459696
  • Turetz, M. L., O'Connor, T. P., Tilley, A. E., Strulovici-Barel, Y., Salit, J., Dang, D., Teater, M., Mezey, J., Clark, A. G., and Crystal, R. G. Trachea epithelium as a "canary" for cigarette smoking-induced biologic phenotype of the small airway epithelium. Clin.Transl.Sci. 2[4], 260-272. 2009.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20443905

Research from 7 May 2010

  • Soares, S., Costa, I., Neves, A. L., and Couto, L. Characterisation of a population at increased risk of COPD. Rev.Port.Pneumol. 16[2], 237-252. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20437002
  • Ahmad, Z. and Singh, S. K. Relative and additional bronchodilator response of salbutamol and ipratropium in smoker and nonsmoker asthmatics. J.Asthma 47[3], 340-343. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20394521

Research from 30 April 2010

  • Bridevaux, P. O., Probst-Hensch, N. M., Schindler, C., Curjuric, I., Dietrich, D. F., Braendli, O., Brutsche, M., Burdet, L., Frey, M., Gerbase, M. W., Ackermann-Liebrich, U., Pons, M., Tschopp, J. M., Rochat, T., and Russi, E. W. Prevalence of airflow obstruction in smokers and never smokers in Switzerland. Eur.Respir.J.  22-4-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20413537
  • Moncelly, L., Maurer, C., Roche, N., Zureik, M., Chavaillon, J. M., Quieffin, J., Calvaire, J. R., Louerat, C., Strecker, A., Mathieu, J. P., Salmon, O., Karimo, A., Bonnefoy, P., Tanguy, B., Talbi, S., Blanchon, F., and Piquet, J. [Acute COPD exacerbations in the women's: EABPCO-CPHG study by the college of general hospital pneumologists]. Rev.Pneumol.Clin. 66[2], 107-119. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20413046
  • Rohde, G. [Interaction between viral respiratory infections, allergy and air pollution in asthma patients]. MMW.Fortschr.Med. 152[8], 34-35. 25-2-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20358761
  • Santana, V. T., Squassoni, S. D., Neder, J. A., and Fiss, E. [Influence of current smoking on adherence and responses to pulmonary rehabilitation in patients with COPD]. Rev.Bras.Fisioter. 14[1], 16-23. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20414557
  • Thompson, W. H. and St Hilaire, S. Prevalence of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and tobacco use in veterans at boise veterans affairs medical center. Respir.Care 55[5], 555-560. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20420725


Research from 23 April 2010

  • Bourdin, A., Kotsimbos, T., Nguyen, K., Vachier, I., Mainprice, B., Farce, M., Paganin, F., Marty-Ane, C., Vernhet, H., Godard, P., and Chanez, P. Non-invasive assessment of small airway remodelling in smokers. COPD. 7[2], 102-110. 2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20397810
  • Shirtcliffe, P., Marsh, S., Travers, J., Weatherall, M., and Beasley, R. Childhood asthma and gold-defined COPD. Intern.Med.J.  12-4-2010. Abstract or full text available at:  http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20403069
  • Spears, M., Cameron, E., Chaudhuri, R., and Thomson, N. C. Challenges of treating asthma in people who smoke. Expert.Rev.Clin.Immunol. 6[2], 257-268. 2010.   Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20402388

Research from 16 April 2010

  • Legesse, M., Ameni, G., Mamo, G., Medhin, G., Shawel, D., Bjune, G., and Abebe, F. Knowledge and perception of pulmonary tuberculosis in pastoral communities in the middle and Lower Awash Valley of Afar region, Ethiopia. BMC Public Health [electronic resource] 10[1], 187. 12-4-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20380747
  • Shima, Y., Suzuki, T., and Kubo, K. [An 18-year-old male developing fever, coughing and respiratory insufficiency after smoking]. Nippon Naika Gakkai Zasshi 99[1], 177-4. 10-1-2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20376963


Research from 9 April 2010

  • Alford, S. K., van Beek, E. J., McLennan, G., and Hoffman, E. A. Heterogeneity of pulmonary perfusion as a mechanistic image-based phenotype in emphysema susceptible smokers. Proc.Natl.Acad.Sci.U.S.A . 5-4-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20368443
  • Finklea, J. D., Khan, G., Thomas, S., Song, J., Myers, D., and Arroliga, A. C. Predictors of mortality in hospitalized patients with acute exacerbation of bronchiectasis. Respir.Med.  2-4-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20363606
  • Lindqvist, G. and Hallberg, L. R. 'Feelings of guilt due to self-inflicted disease': a grounded theory of suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). J.Health Psychol. 15[3], 456-466. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20348366
  • Ohar, J. A., Sadeghnejad, A., Meyers, D. A., Donohue, J. F., and Bleecker, E. R. Do symptoms predict COPD in smokers? Chest . 2-4-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20363841
  • Siddiqi, K., Khan, A., Ahmad, M., and Rehman, S. U. An intervention to stop smoking among patients suspected of TB - evaluation of an integrated approach. BMC.Public Health 10[1], 160. 25-3-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20338041
  • Wang, T., Han, S. X., Zhang, S. F., Ning, Y. Y., Chen, L., Chen, Y. J., He, G. M., Xu, D., An, J., Yang, T., Zhang, X. H., and Wen, F. Q. Role of chymase in cigarette smoke-induced pulmonary artery remodeling and pulmonary hypertension in hamsters. Respir.Res. 11[1], 36. 31-3-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20356378
  • Youn, J. S., Kwon, J. W., Kim, B. J., and Hong, S. J. Smoking-induced acute eosinophilic pneumonia in a 15-year-old girl: a case report. Allergy Asthma Immunol.Res. 2[2], 144-148. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20358030

Research from 26 March 2010

  • Cui, Q., Carruthers, S., McIvor, A., Smaill, F., Thabane, L., and Smieja, M. Effect of smoking on lung function, respiratory symptoms and respiratory diseases amongst HIV-positive subjects: a cross-sectional study. AIDS Res.Ther. 7[1], 6. 19-3-2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20298614
  • Toljamo, T., Kaukonen, M., Nieminen, P., and Kinnula, V. L. Early detection of COPD combined with individualized counselling for smoking cessation: A two-year prospective study. Scand.J.Prim.Health Care 28[1], 41-46. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20331388
  • Towns, S. J. and van Asperen, P. P. Diagnosis and management of asthma in adolescents. Clin.Respir.J. 3[2], 69-76. 2009.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20298380
  • Watson, A. M., Benton, A. S., Rose, M. C., and Freishtat, R. J. Cigarette smoke alters tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinase 1 and matrix metalloproteinase 9 levels in the basolateral secretions of human asthmatic bronchial epithelium in vitro. J.Investig.Med.  19-3-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20305574

Research from 19 March 2010

  • Unverdorben, M., Mostert, A., Munjal, S., van der, Bijl A., Potgieter, L., Hon, C. V., Liang, Q., Meyer, B., and Roethig, H. J. Acute effects of cigarette smoking on pulmonary function. Regul.Toxicol.Pharmacol.  13-3-2010.Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20233598
  • Motz, G. T., Eppert, B. L., Wortham, B. W., Amos-Kroohs, R. M., Flury, J. L., Wesselkamper, S. C., and Borchers, M. T. Chronic cigarette smoke exposure primes NK cell activation in a mouse model of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. J.Immunol.  12-3-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20228194
  • Zuiker, R. G., Boot, J. D., Calderon, C., Piantone, A., Petty, K., de Kam, M., and Diamant, Z. Sputum induction with hypertonic saline reduces fractional exhaled nitric oxide in chronic smokers and non-smokers. Respir.Med.  11-3-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20227269
  • Louhelainen, N., Stark, H., Mazur, W., Rytila, P., Djukanovic, R., and Kinnula, V. L. Elevation of sputum matrix metalloproteinase-9 persists up to 6 months after smoking cessation: a research study. BMC.Pulm.Med. 10[1], 13. 14-3-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20226090
  • Khan, A., Shabbir, K., Ansari, J. K., and Zia, N. Comparison of forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1) among asymptomatic smokers and non-smokers. J.Pak.Med.Assoc. 60[3], 209-213. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20225780


Research from 12 March 2010

  • Tamashiro, E., Cohen, N. A., Palmer, J. N., and Lima, W. T. [Effects of cigarette smoking on the respiratory epithelium and its role in the pathogenesis of chronic rhinosinusitis.]. Braz.J.Otorhinolaryngol. 75[6], 903-907. 2009.Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20209295
  • Polednak, A. P. Trends in mortality from COPD in selected U.S. states differing in tobacco control efforts. COPD. 7[1], 63-69. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20214465
  • Nie, L., Liu, Z. J., Zhou, W. X., Xiang, R. L., Xiao, Y., Lu, B., Pang, B. S., and Gao, J. M. Chemokine receptor CXCR3 is important for lung tissue damage and airway remodeling induced by short-term exposure to cigarette smoking in mice. Acta Pharmacol.Sin.  8-3-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20208554

Research from 5 March 2010

  • Hoffmeyer, F., Harth, V., Bunger, J., Bruning, T., and Raulf-Heimsoth, M. Leukotriene B4, 8-iso-prostaglandin F2 alpha, and pH in exhaled breath condensate from asymptomatic smokers. J.Physiol Pharmacol. 60 Suppl 5, 57-60. 2009.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20134040
  • Rupp, A., Neudert, M., and Hetzel, M. Smoking cessation programmes at hospitals with departments for lung diseases. Dtsch.Med.Wochenschr.  1-3-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20195956
  • Ikeue, T., Nakagawa, A., Furuta, K., Morita, K., Tajiri, T., Maniwa, K., Watanabe, S., Sugita, T., Horikawa, S., and Nishiyama, H. [The prevalence of cigarette smoking among asthmatic adults and association of smoking with emergency department visits]. Nihon Kokyuki.Gakkai Zasshi 48[2], 99-103. 2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20184238

Research from 26 February 2010

  • Bellomi, M., Maisonneuve, P., Raimondi, S., and Veronesi, G. Reply to Letter to the Editor re: Evolution of emphysema in relation to smoking. Eur.Radiol.  24-2-2010.  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20179941
  • Sverzellati, N., Calabro, E., Kunighk, J. M., Randi, G., and Pastorino, U. Letter to the Editor re: Evolution of emphysema in relation to smoking. Eur.Radiol.  24-2-2010.  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20179940


Research from 19 February 2010

  • Rodriguez, J., Jiang, R., Johnson, W. C., Mackenzie, B. A., Smith, L. J., and Barr, R. G. The association of pipe and cigar use with cotinine levels, lung function, and airflow obstruction: a cross-sectional study. Ann.Intern.Med. 152[4], 201-210. 16-2-2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20157134
  • Pipe and cigar smoking and lung function. Ann.Intern.Med. 152[4], I28. 16-2-2010.  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20157119
  • Rouhos, A., Ekroos, H., Karjalainen, J., Sarna, S., Haahtela, T., and Sovijarvi, A. R. Smoking attenuates increase in exhaled nitric oxide in abut not in nonatopic young adults with asthma. Int.Arch.Allergy Immunol. 152[3], 226-232. 11-2-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20150740

Research from 12 February 2010

  • Gebel, S., Diehl, S., Pype, J., Friedrichs, B., Weiler, H., Schuller, J., Xu, H., Taguchi, K., Yamamoto, M., and Muller, T. The transcriptome of Nrf2-/- mice provides evidence for impaired cell cycle progression in the development of cigarette-smoke-induced emphysematous changes. Toxicol.Sci.  4-2-2010.  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20133372
  • Kanno, N., Yoshihara, S., Arisaka, O., and Noda, M. [Investigation of factors childhood asthma persisting into adulthood.]. Arerugi 59[1], 25-36. 2010.  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20139690
  • Lazic, T., Matic, M., Gallup, J. M., Van Geelen, A., Meyerholz, D. K., Grubor, B., Imerman, P. M., de Macedo, M. M., and Ackermann, M. R. Effects of nicotine on pulmonary surfactant proteins A and D in ovine lung epithelia. Pediatr.Pulmonol.  3-2-2010.  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20131324

Research from 5 February 2010

  • Smoking and COPD-mechanisms and prevention. Proceedings of a Yrjo Jahnsson Foundation Symposium. August 20-22, 2008. Sannas, Porvoo, Finland. COPD. 6[4], 231-312. 2009. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20112438
  • Balbi, B., Cottin, V., Singh, S., De Wever, W., Herth, F. J., and Robalo, Cordeiro C. Smoking-related lung diseases: a clinical perspective. Eur.Respir.J. 35[2], 231-233. 2010.  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20123840
  • Kabir, Z., Connolly, G. N., Koh, H. K., and Clancy, L. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease hospitalization rates in Massachusetts: a trend analysis. QJM.  31-1-2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20123682
  • Melville, A. M., Pless-Mulloli, T., Afolabi, O. A., and Stenton, S. C. COPD prevalence and its association with occupational exposures in a general population. Eur.Respir.J.  28-1-2010. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20110401

Research from 29 Janaury 2010

  • Hernandez-Garduno, E. Association between tobacco smoking and active tuberculosis in Taiwan: is there really an association? Am.J.Respir.Crit Care Med. 181[3], 290-291. 1-2-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20093657
  • Barr, R. G., Bluemke, D. A., Ahmed, F. S., Carr, J. J., Enright, P. L., Hoffman, E. A., Jiang, R., Kawut, S. M., Kronmal, R. A., Lima, J. A., Shahar, E., Smith, L. J., and Watson, K. E. Percent emphysema, airflow obstruction, and impaired left ventricular filling. N.Engl.J.Med. 362[3], 217-227. 21-1-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20089972

Research from 22 January 2010

  • Racil, H., Amar, J. B., Cheikrouhou, S., Hassine, E., Zarrouk, M., Chaouch, N., and Chabbou, A. [Pulmonary tuberculosis in smokers.]. Presse Med.  11-1-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20071138
  • Wada, T. [Lung age in smokers, past smokers anid non second-hand smoke]. Rinsho Byori 57[12], 1159-1163. 2009.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20077814
  • Yamane, T., Hattori, N., Kitahara, Y., Haruta, Y., Sasaki, H., Yokoyama, A., and Kohno, N. Productive cough is an independent risk factor for the development of COPD in former smokers. Respirology.  11-1-2010.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20070589

Research from 15 January 2010

  • Haswell, L. E., Hewitt, K., Thorne, D., Richter, A., and Gaca, M. D. Cigarette smoke total particulate matter increases mucous secreting cell numbers in vitro: A potential model of goblet cell hyperplasia. Toxicology in Vitro . 8-1-2010.  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20060463

Research from 8 January 2010

  • Doyle, I., Ratcliffe, M., Walding, A., Bon, E. V., Dymond, M., Tomlinson, W., Tilley, D., Shelton, P., and Dougall, I. Differential gene expression analysis in human monocyte-derived macrophages: Impact of cigarette smoke on host defence. Molecular Immunology . 16-12-2009.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20022114
  • Jounio, U., Rantala, A., Bloigu, A., Juvonen, R., Lajunen, T., Silvennoinen-Kassinen, S., Peitso, A., Vainio, O., Harju, T., Saukkoriipi, A., and Leinonen, M. Smoking status interacts with the association between MBL serum levels and gene polymorphism and the carriage of oropharyngeal bacteria. Human Immunology . 25-12-2009.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20038440
  • Kherad, O., Herrmann, F. R., Zellweger, J. P., Rochat, T., and Janssens, J. P. Clinical presentation, demographics and outcome of Tuberculosis (TB) in a low incidence area: a 4-year study in Geneva, Switzerland. BMC.Infect.Dis. 9[1], 217. 31-12-2009.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20043847
  • Leopold, P. L., O'Mahony, M. J., Lian, X. J., Tilley, A. E., Harvey, B. G., and Crystal, R. G. Smoking is associated with shortened airway cilia. PLoS.ONE. 4[12], e8157. 2009.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20016779
  • Pickett, G., Seagrave, J., Boggs, S., Polzin, G., Richter, P., and Tesfaigzi, Y. Effects of 10 cigarette smoke condensates on primary human airway epithelial cells by comparative gene and cytokine expression studies. Toxicological Sciences . 15-12-2009.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20015843
  • Stanton, N., Hood, K., Kelly, M. J., Nuttall, J., Gillespie, D., Verheij, T., Little, P., Godycki-Cwirko, M., Goossens, H., and Butler, C. C. Are smokers with acute cough in primary care prescribed antibiotics more often, and to what benefit? - An observational study in 13 European countries. European Respiratory Journal . 23-12-2009.
    Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20044459

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