Updates on Respiratory Pathologies
A special issue of Life (ISSN 2075-1729). This special issue belongs to the section "Physiology and Pathology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 July 2025 | Viewed by 835
Special Issue Editor
Interests: respiratory disorders; chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; respiratory tract infection; pulmonary clinical treatment
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The incidence of respiratory disorders continues to increase worldwide. This may be exemplified by chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, which has moved to the top five causes of mortality. Respiratory disorders constitute a heavy medical and socioeconomic burden, leading to chronic health-span handicaps and shortening of lifespan. This Special Issue focuses on current aspects of clinical and basic knowledge about respiratory pathologies and their sequelae, particularly concerning cardiovascular and brain functions. The underlying reason usually is hypoxia due to breathing insufficiency.
The articles presented here will seek to contribute to the diagnosis and therapy of a range of pulmonary disorders, underscoring the intertwined relationship between respiration and other neurobiological body systems. Prospective authors should focus on cutting-edge, evidence-based pathogenetic concepts, methodologies, and innovative treatments. The respiratory tract is one of a few that are open to direct contact with the environment and thus is vulnerable to disease-causing pathogens and sources of toxicity. It is also the first line of defense in combating health risks, which requires it to work most efficiently.
The contributions presented herein will aim at addressing the needs of professionals engaged in respiratory and related medical fields and be a source of inspiration for further advancements in pulmonary clinics.
Prof. Dr. Mieczyslaw Pokorski
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- respiratory disorders
- chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
- respiratory tract infection
- pulmonary clinical treatment
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