Antibodies

January 9, 2018January 9, 2018

Bronchiectasis May Trigger Autoimmune Inflammatory Disease, Study Suggests

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Bronchiectasis is commonly found in patients with autoimmune conditions, causing blood vessel inflammation, a recent study found. Moreover, the presence of bronchiectasis in these patients is linked to specific disease ... Read more

September 5, 2017September 5, 2017

Allergic Reaction to Mold May Trigger Bronchiectasis in COPD Patients, Study in Belgium Reports

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An allergic reaction to mold may increase the risk of people with COPD developing bronchiectasis, a disorder that involves damaged lung airways, according to researchers in Belgium. The team at University ... Read more

April 4, 2017April 4, 2017

Removing Antibodies from Bloodstream May Reduce Chronic Lung Infections in Bronchiectasis

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Removing particular antibodies from the bloodstream of patients with bronchiectasis may reduce the negative effects of chronic bacterial infections, the need for days spent in the hospital, and the use ... Read more

March 28, 2017March 28, 2017

Case Report: Patients Treated for High-risk Neuroblastoma May Develop Bronchiectasis

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Patients who received treatment for high-risk neuroblastoma (a cancer affecting certain types of nerve tissue) and subsequently complain of a persistent cough should be examined further to rule out bronchiectasis, according to the authors of ... Read more