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Kim BS, Park SH, Jung SS, Kim HJ, Woo SD, Lee MM. Validity Study for Clinical Use of Hand-Held Spirometer in Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Healthcare (Basel) 2024; 12:507. [PMID: 38470618 PMCID: PMC10930597 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare12050507] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2024] [Revised: 02/14/2024] [Accepted: 02/19/2024] [Indexed: 03/14/2024] Open
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A spirometer is a medical device frequently used clinically for the diagnosis and prediction of lung disease. This study aimed to investigate the clinical usefulness of a hand-held spirometer (The Spirokit), compared with conventional spirometry in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This study was conducted from February 2022 to October 2022. Measurements from 80 patients with COPD (male: 53, female: 27) were obtained using The Spirokit and PC-based pulmonary function test equipment, and the resulting values were compared and analyzed. For the concurrent validity comparison of The Spirokit, the intra-class correlation (ICC 2, 1), coefficients of variation (CVME), 95% limits of agreement (95% LOA), and Cohen's Kappa Index were analyzed. The Spirokit showed high agreement (ICC: 0.929-0.989; 95% LOA: -0.525 to 2.559; and CVME: 0.05-0.08) with the PC-based pulmonary function tester. Using the Cohen's kappa coefficients, the device showed high sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy scores of Pa: 0.90, Pc: 0.52, and K: 0.79, respectively, indicating considerable agreement. The Spirokit, a portable pulmonary function test device, is a piece of equipment with high validity and portability, with high potential for replacing PC-based pulmonary function test equipment.
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- Byeong-Soo Kim
- Department of Physical Therapy, Daejeon University, Daejeon 34520, Republic of Korea; (B.-S.K.); (S.-H.P.)
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Daejeon University, Daejeon 34520, Republic of Korea; (B.-S.K.); (S.-H.P.)
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- Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Chungnam National University Hospital, Daejeon 35015, Republic of Korea; (S.-S.J.); (S.-D.W.)
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- Department of Computer Engineering, Daejeon University, Daejeon 34520, Republic of Korea;
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- Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Chungnam National University Hospital, Daejeon 35015, Republic of Korea; (S.-S.J.); (S.-D.W.)
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Daejeon University, Daejeon 34520, Republic of Korea; (B.-S.K.); (S.-H.P.)
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Pehlivan E, Balcı A, Kılıç L, Yazar E. Is it Possible to Use the Timed Performance Tests in Lung Transplantation Candidates to Determine the Exercise Capacity? Turk Thorac J 2020; 21:329-333. [PMID: 33031724 DOI: 10.5152/turkthoracj.2019.19046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2019] [Accepted: 10/10/2019] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Lung transplantation (LTx) candidates have severe exercise intolerance. This makes it difficult for them to complete the field tests used to determine the exercise capacity of patients. Therefore, there is a need for alternative tests that require less effort. We aimed to investigate the use of short-timed performance tests instead of 6-minute walk test (6MWT) in the determination of exercise capacity in LTx. MATERIALS AND METHODS A total of 63 LTx candidates were included in the study. Ten-meter walking speed test (10MWT), 5-times sit-to-stand test (5XSST), 6MWT were performed at one-hour intervals within the same day, and by the same physiotherapist in all patients. Maximal inspiratory (MIP) and expiratory pressure (MEP), peripheral muscle strengths, pulmonary function tests, and body mass index (BMI) were recorded for each patient. RESULTS The subjects' baseline mean 6-minute walking distance (6MWD) was 336m, 5XSST time was 11.59 sec, and 10MWT time was 8.45sec. There was a negative and moderate correlation between 6MWD and 10MWT (p<0.001, r=0.449). Similarly there was a negative but weak correlation between 6MWD and 5XSST (p=0.001, r=0.397). In addition, there was a strong relationship between 5XSST and 10MWT (p<0.001, r=0.767). CONCLUSION This study showed that 6MWT and short-timed performance tests were correlated in terms of exercise capacity assessment. In contrast, there was a strong relationship between 6MWT and 10MWT according to 6MWT and 5XSST. The timed performance tests may be alternative tests to determine exercise capacity in LTx candidates.
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- Esra Pehlivan
- Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, University of Health Sciences Turkey, School of Health Sciences, İstanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Pulmonary Rehabilitation, University of Health Sciences Turkey, Yedikule Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital, İstanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Pulmonary Rehabilitation, University of Health Sciences Turkey, Yedikule Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital, İstanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Pulmonary Rehabilitation, University of Health Sciences Turkey, Yedikule Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital, İstanbul, Turkey
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Keramydas D, Bakakos P, Alchanatis M, Papalexis P, Konstantakopoulos I, Tavernaraki K, Dracopoulos V, Papadakis A, Pantazi E, Chelidonis G, Chaidoutis E, Constantinidis TC, Tsitsimpikou C, Kavantzas N, Patsouris E, Tsarouhas K, Spandidos DA, Lazaris AC. Investigation of the health effects on workers exposed to respirable crystalline silica during outdoor and underground construction projects. Exp Ther Med 2020; 20:882-889. [PMID: 32742330 PMCID: PMC7388242 DOI: 10.3892/etm.2020.8786] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2020] [Accepted: 05/25/2020] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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Chronic exposure of workers to powder containing crystalline silica (Silicon dioxide; SiO2) can lead to chronic lung diseases (lung cancer, silicosis, etc.). Aim of this study was to evaluate the exposure of Greek construction workers to SiO2 and describe their pulmonary function. The study involved 86 outdoor and underground workers. Medical and professional history was obtained, and breath samples were collected at morning hours through a mask for the determination of SiO2 levels. Pulmonary function tests, radiological examination and evaluation of radiographs were also performed. Pulmonary function examination showed that the majority of the workers were within normal range (61.4%) while the rest were diagnosed with mild (26.5%) and more severe impairment (7.24%). Working conditions (underground-outdoor) were statistically significantly related to the categorization of pulmonary function (P=0.038). During radiological examination, the type of working activity/ conditions (underground-outdoor) were statistically significantly related to the categorization of these findings (P=0.044). Of the 69 employees, 52 did not present findings (75.4%) and 5 were diagnosed with findings specific to occupational diseases (7.23%). Environmental exposure to respirable crystalline silica (RCS) was detected at 0.0125 mg/m3 in the workplace, which is not beyond the legal limits. Underground workers with more than 15 years of exposure to SiO2 are more likely to present chronic silicosis compared to the workers of outdoor activities.
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- Dimitrios Keramydas
- 1st Department of Pathology, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 11527 Athens, Greece
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- 1st Department of Pneumonology, Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 11527 Athens, Greece
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- 1st Department of Pneumonology, Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 11527 Athens, Greece
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- 1st Department of Pathology, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 11527 Athens, Greece
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- Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs, National Focal Point of the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (EU-OSHA), 10110 Athens, Greece
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- Department of Imaging and Interventional Radiology, ‘Sotiria’ Hospital, 11527 Athens, Greece
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- Hellenic Institute for Occupational Health and Safety (ELINYAE), 10445 Athens, Greece
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- Department of Hygiene, Epidemiology and Medical Statistics, Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 15772 Athens, Greece
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- National Actuarial Authority, 10559 Athens, Greece, Ministry of Interior, 10563 Athens, Greece
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- Laboratory of Hygiene and Environmental Protection, Democritus University of Thrace, School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, 68100 Alexandroupolis, Greece
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- 1st Department of Pathology, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 11527 Athens, Greece
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- 1st Department of Pathology, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 11527 Athens, Greece
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- Laboratory of Clinical Virology, School of Medicine, University of Crete, 71003 Heraklion, Greece
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- 1st Department of Pathology, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 11527 Athens, Greece
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Corradi M, Folesani G, Robuschi B, Selis L, Riccelli MG, Riccelli MG, Andreoli R, Pisi R, Chetta A, Mutti A. Non-invasive techniques to assess restrictive lung disease in workers exposed to free crystalline silica. LA MEDICINA DEL LAVORO 2019; 110:83-92. [PMID: 30990470 PMCID: PMC7809971 DOI: 10.23749/mdl.v110i2.7471] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2018] [Accepted: 02/19/2019] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Objectives: To compare the reliability of spirometry and body plethysmography in detecting restrictive lung disease in clay excavation workers exposed to free crystalline silica (FCS). The exhaled breath condensate (EBC) biomarkers of oxidative stress were also assessed in order to evaluate early lung damage. Methods: The study involved 62 workers (58 males and 4 females) at a company that extracts and processes clay. Results: Body plethysmography (total lung capacity below the lower normal limit) and spirometry respectively indicated restrictive pattern prevalence rates of 22.6% and 1.6%. EBC 4-hydroxynonenale levels were not sufficiently sensitive to highlight a restrictive deficit, but did distinguish low and high rates of occupational exposure. There was no correlation between plethysmography values and the intensity or duration of exposure. Conclusions: Only one out of 14 cases of restrictive deficit diagnosed on the basis of body plethysmography values was also identified by means of spirometry. This finding supports the need to use body plethysmography in the health surveillance of clay workers exposed to FCS.
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- Massimo Corradi
- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Parma, Via Gramsci 14, 43126 Parma, Italy.
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Sommer MS, Trier K, Vibe-Petersen J, Christensen KB, Missel M, Christensen M, Larsen KR, Langer SW, Hendriksen C, Clementsen PF, Pedersen JH, Langberg H. Changes in Health-Related Quality of Life During Rehabilitation in Patients With Operable Lung Cancer: A Feasibility Study (PROLUCA). Integr Cancer Ther 2018; 17:388-400. [PMID: 27698263 PMCID: PMC6041926 DOI: 10.1177/1534735416668258] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/20/2016] [Revised: 08/03/2016] [Accepted: 08/06/2016] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Surgical resection in patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) may be associated with significant morbidity, functional limitations, and decreased quality of life. OBJECTIVES The objective is to present health-related quality of life (HRQoL) changes over time before and 1 year after surgery in patients with NSCLC participating in a rehabilitation program. METHODS Forty patients with NSCLC in disease stage I to IIIa, referred for surgical resection at the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery RT, Rigshospitalet, were included in the study. The rehabilitation program comprised supervised group exercise program, 2 hours weekly for 12 weeks, combined with individual counseling. The study endpoints were self-reported HRQoL (Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Lung, European Organization for Research and Treatment in Cancer-Quality of Life Questionnaire-QLQ-C30, Short-Form-36) and self-reported distress, anxiety, depression, and social support (National Comprehensive Cancer Network Distress Thermometer, Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support), measured presurgery, postintervention, 6 months, and 1 year after surgery. RESULTS Forty patients were included, 73% of whom completed rehabilitation. Results on emotional well-being ( P < .0001), global quality of life ( P = .0032), and mental health component score ( P = .0004) showed an overall statistically significant improvement during the study. CONCLUSION This feasibility study demonstrated that global quality of life, mental health, and emotional well-being improved significantly during the study, from time of diagnosis until 1 year after resection, in patients with NSCLC participating in rehabilitation.
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- Maja S. Sommer
- Copenhagen Centre for Cancer and Health, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Copenhagen Centre for Cancer and Health, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Rigshospitalet, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Rigshospitalet, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Bispebjerg University Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Rigshospitalet, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Gentofte University Hospital, Hellerup, Denmark
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Sommer MS, Trier K, Vibe-Petersen J, Missel M, Christensen M, Larsen KR, Langer SW, Hendriksen C, Clementsen PF, Pedersen JH, Langberg H. Perioperative Rehabilitation in Operable Lung Cancer Patients (PROLUCA): A Feasibility Study. Integr Cancer Ther 2016; 15:455-466. [PMID: 27151595 PMCID: PMC5739160 DOI: 10.1177/1534735416635741] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2015] [Revised: 01/13/2016] [Accepted: 01/21/2016] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Introduction Surgical resection in patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) may be associated with significant morbidity, functional limitations, and decreased quality of life. Objectives The safety and feasibility of a preoperative and early postoperative rehabilitation program in patients operated for NSCLC was determined in a nonhospital setting, with focus on high-intensity interval exercise. Methods Forty patients with biopsy-proven NSCLC stages I to IIIa referred for surgical resection at the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery RT, Rigshospitalet, University of Copenhagen, were randomly assigned to 1 of 4 groups (3 intervention groups and 1 control group). The preoperative intervention consisted of a home-based exercise program, while the postoperative exercise program comprised a supervised group exercise program involving resistance and high-intensity interval cardiorespiratory exercise 2 hours weekly for 12 weeks combined with individual counseling. The study endpoints were inclusion rate, adherence, and number of adverse events. Results Forty patients (of 124 screened; 32%) were included and randomized into the 4 groups. The postoperative exercise was completed by 73% of the patients randomized to this intervention. No adverse events were observed, indicating that the early postoperative exercise program is safe. The preoperative home-based exercise program was not feasible due to interfering diagnostic procedures and fast-track surgery that left only 1 to 2 weeks between diagnosis and surgery. Conclusion The early postoperative exercise program for patients with NSCLC was safe and feasible, but in a fast-track set up, a preoperative home-based exercise program was not feasible for this population.
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- Maja S Sommer
- Copenhagen Centre for Cancer and Health, City of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Copenhagen Centre for Cancer and Health, City of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Copenhagen Centre for Cancer and Health, City of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Gentofte University Hospital, Hellerup, Denmark
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Missel M, Pedersen JH, Hendriksen C, Tewes M, Christensen KB, Adamsen L. A longitudinal exploration of 'Four Critical Moments' during treatment trajectory in patients with operable lung cancer and the feasibility of an exercise intervention: a research protocol. J Adv Nurs 2015; 70:1915-25. [PMID: 25180372 DOI: 10.1111/jan.12359] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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AIM This article described a research protocol for a study exploring the lived experiences of patients with operable lung cancer in daily life at 'Four Critical Moments' during the disease and treatment trajectory. BACKGROUND Patients with lung cancer may experience complex problems during the disease and treatment trajectory, and studies conclude this population to be at higher risk in developing emotional distress than other cancer populations. It is required to explore the supportive needs of patients with lung cancer through the treatment trajectory. DESIGN A longitudinal design with a method of multiple data collection. The study is performed at four time points 'Four Critical Moments'. METHODS The study contained three samples. Sample I and sample II explored the expected four critical moments for patients with operable lung cancer within the first 4 months following diagnosis and surgery. Sample III explored the patients' participation and the feasibility of an exercise intervention targeting patients with operable lung cancer. For all three samples, interviews will be performed: (1) 5 days following diagnosis; (2) the day after surgery; (3) 7 weeks; and (4) 4 months following surgery. Data from questionnaires for all three samples will be collected at baseline and 4 months following surgery. DISCUSSION The study will add new perspectives on the lived experiences of patients with lung cancer along the treatment trajectory based on empirical and theoretical findings for both the general lung cancer population and patients participating in an exercise intervention. This will provide a basis for optimizing and developing interventions for patients with lung cancer starting in the surgical context.
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Sommer MS, Trier K, Vibe-Petersen J, Missel M, Christensen M, Larsen KR, Langer SW, Hendriksen C, Clementsen P, Pedersen JH, Langberg H. Perioperative rehabilitation in operation for lung cancer (PROLUCA) - rationale and design. BMC Cancer 2014; 14:404. [PMID: 24898680 PMCID: PMC4053552 DOI: 10.1186/1471-2407-14-404] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/10/2013] [Accepted: 05/13/2014] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The purpose of the PROLUCA study is to investigate the efficacy of preoperative and early postoperative rehabilitation in a non-hospital setting in patients with operable lung cancer with special focus on exercise. METHODS Using a 2 x 2 factorial design with continuous effect endpoint (Maximal Oxygen Uptake (VO2peak)), 380 patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) stage I-IIIa referred for surgical resection will be randomly assigned to one of four groups: (1) preoperative and early postoperative rehabilitation (starting two weeks after surgery); (2) preoperative and late postoperative rehabilitation (starting six weeks after surgery); (3) early postoperative rehabilitation alone; (4) today's standard care which is postoperative rehabilitation initiated six weeks after surgery. The preoperative rehabilitation program consists of an individually designed, 30-minute home-based exercise program performed daily. The postoperative rehabilitation program consists of a supervised group exercise program comprising cardiovascular and resistance training two-hour weekly for 12 weeks combined with individual counseling. The primary study endpoint is VO2peak and secondary endpoints include: Six-minute walk distance (6MWD), one-repetition-maximum (1RM), pulmonary function, patient-reported outcomes (PROs) on health-related quality of life (HRQoL), symptoms and side effects of the cancer disease and the treatment of the disease, anxiety, depression, wellbeing, lifestyle, hospitalization time, sick leave, work status, postoperative complications (up to 30 days after surgery) and survival. Endpoints will be assessed at baseline, the day before surgery, pre-intervention, post-intervention, six months after surgery and one year after surgery. DISCUSSION The results of the PROLUCA study may potentially contribute to the identification of the optimal perioperative rehabilitation for operable lung cancer patients focusing on exercise initiated immediately after diagnosis and rehabilitation shortly after surgery. TRIAL REGISTRATION NCT01893580.
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- Maja S Sommer
- Copenhagen Centre for Cancer and Health, Municipality of Copenhagen, Nørre Allé 45, DK-2200 Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Copenhagen Centre for Cancer and Health, Municipality of Copenhagen, Nørre Allé 45, DK-2200 Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Copenhagen Centre for Cancer and Health, Municipality of Copenhagen, Nørre Allé 45, DK-2200 Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery RT, Copenhagen University Hospital (Rigshospitalet), Blegdamsvej 9, DK- 2100, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery RT, Copenhagen University Hospital (Rigshospitalet), Blegdamsvej 9, DK- 2100, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Pulmonary Department L, Bispebjerg Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Bispebjerg Bakke 23, DK-2400 Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Oncology, Copenhagen University Hospital (Rigshospitalet), Blegdamsvej 9, DK - 2100 Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Public Health, Section of Social Medicine, Copenhagen University, Øster Farimagsgade 5, postbox 2099, DK-1014 Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Copenhagen University Hospital Gentofte, Niels Andersens Vej 65, DK-2900 Hellerup, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery RT, Copenhagen University Hospital (Rigshospitalet), Blegdamsvej 9, DK- 2100, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- CopenRehab, Section of Social Medicine, Department of Public Health and Centre for Healthy Ageing, Faculty of Heath Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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Spirometry is a useful tool in assessing the physiological lung function of a patient, and can be helpful in differentiating the etiology of the patient's symptoms. Indications for the test and the actual procedure are as described. Validity of a spirometry depends on patient co-operation and criteria for acceptability and repeatability must be met for useful interpretation of the results. Commonly measured parameters are described and a simple logarithm for interpretation of a spirometry result is given. Physicians must be mindful when interpreting the result in the context of extreme of ages, size or differing ethnicity as reference values for these groups of individuals are often extrapolated and not validated.
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- Duu Wen Sewa
- Department of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore
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- Department of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore
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Hronek M, Kovarik M, Aimova P, Koblizek V, Pavlikova L, Salajka F, Zadak Z. Skinfold Anthropometry –The Accurate Method for Fat Free Mass Measurement in COPD. COPD 2013; 10:597-603. [DOI: 10.3109/15412555.2013.781151] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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Obase Y, Ikeda M, Kurose K, Abe M, Shimizu H, Ohue Y, Mouri K, Katoh S, Kobashi Y, Oka M. Step-down of budesonide/formoterol in early stages of asthma treatment leads to insufficient anti-inflammatory effect. J Asthma 2013; 50:718-21. [PMID: 23638898 DOI: 10.3109/02770903.2013.795588] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Administration of the combination of an inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) and a long-acting beta agonist (LABA) is the main treatment strategy for bronchial asthma. The ICS/LABA dosage can be reduced (stepped down) when the patient's symptoms and lung functions are well-controlled. In this study, we obtained fractional exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) measurements to clarify whether the anti-inflammatory effect of budesonide/formoterol is shortened by step-down. METHODS Fifty-four patients who visited the Kawasaki Medical School Hospital with newly diagnosed asthma from November 2008 to July 2010 received budesonide/formoterol for 8 weeks or more. In 29 patients, the forced expiratory volume in 1 s% predicted increased to 80% or more, and the Asthma Control Questionnaire (ACQ) score decreased to 0.5 or less within 12 weeks. These 29 patients were randomly divided into two groups: the dosage-continued group (n = 14) and the step-down group (n = 15). Then, the impact of budesonide/formoterol step-down on ACQ score, pulmonary function and FeNO level was compared between the groups. RESULTS In the step-down group, the dosage was stepped down from 538 mcg/day to 331 mcg/day. In both groups, pulmonary function indicators and symptoms did not change. However, the mean FeNO level decreased significantly in the dosage-continued group (from 50.9 ppb to 45.0 ppb), and increased significantly in the step-down group (from 51.0 ppb to 65.7 ppb). CONCLUSIONS Clinicians should be more careful when stepping down budesonide/formoterol based solely on patients' symptoms and/or pulmonary function.
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- Yasushi Obase
- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Kawasaki Medical School, Matsushima, Kurashiki, Japan.
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Zarogoulidis P, Chatzaki E, Porpodis K, Domvri K, Hohenforst-Schmidt W, Goldberg EP, Karamanos N, Zarogoulidis K. Inhaled chemotherapy in lung cancer: future concept of nanomedicine. Int J Nanomedicine 2012; 7:1551-72. [PMID: 22619512 PMCID: PMC3356182 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s29997] [Citation(s) in RCA: 131] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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Regional chemotherapy was first used for lung cancer 30 years ago. Since then, new methods of drug delivery and pharmaceuticals have been investigated in vitro, and in animals and humans. An extensive review of drug delivery systems, pharmaceuticals, patient monitoring, methods of enhancing inhaled drug deposition, safety and efficacy, and also additional applications of inhaled chemotherapy and its advantages and disadvantages are presented. Regional chemotherapy to the lung parenchyma for lung cancer is feasible and efficient. Safety depends on the chemotherapy agent delivered to the lungs and is dose-dependent and time-dependent. Further evaluation is needed to provide data regarding early lung cancer stages, and whether regional chemotherapy can be used as neoadjuvant or adjuvant treatment. Finally, inhaled chemotherapy could one day be administered at home with fewer systemic adverse effects.
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- Paul Zarogoulidis
- Pulmonary Department, G Papanikolaou General Hospital, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece.
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Rationale and design of the Exercise Intensity Trial (EXCITE): A randomized trial comparing the effects of moderate versus moderate to high-intensity aerobic training in women with operable breast cancer. BMC Cancer 2010; 10:531. [PMID: 20925920 PMCID: PMC2965727 DOI: 10.1186/1471-2407-10-531] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2010] [Accepted: 10/06/2010] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The Exercise Intensity Trial (EXcITe) is a randomized trial to compare the efficacy of supervised moderate-intensity aerobic training to moderate to high-intensity aerobic training, relative to attention control, on aerobic capacity, physiologic mechanisms, patient-reported outcomes, and biomarkers in women with operable breast cancer following the completion of definitive adjuvant therapy. METHODS/DESIGN Using a single-center, randomized design, 174 postmenopausal women (58 patients/study arm) with histologically confirmed, operable breast cancer presenting to Duke University Medical Center (DUMC) will be enrolled in this trial following completion of primary therapy (including surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy). After baseline assessments, eligible participants will be randomized to one of two supervised aerobic training interventions (moderate-intensity or moderate/high-intensity aerobic training) or an attention-control group (progressive stretching). The aerobic training interventions will include 150 mins.wk⁻¹ of supervised treadmill walking per week at an intensity of 60%-70% (moderate-intensity) or 60% to 100% (moderate to high-intensity) of the individually determined peak oxygen consumption (VO₂peak) between 20-45 minutes/session for 16 weeks. The progressive stretching program will be consistent with the exercise interventions in terms of program length (16 weeks), social interaction (participants will receive one-on-one instruction), and duration (20-45 mins/session). The primary study endpoint is VO₂peak, as measured by an incremental cardiopulmonary exercise test. Secondary endpoints include physiologic determinants that govern VO₂peak, patient-reported outcomes, and biomarkers associated with breast cancer recurrence/mortality. All endpoints will be assessed at baseline and after the intervention (16 weeks). DISCUSSION EXCITE is designed to investigate the intensity of aerobic training required to induce optimal improvements in VO₂peak and other pertinent outcomes in women who have completed definitive adjuvant therapy for operable breast cancer. Overall, this trial will inform and refine exercise guidelines to optimize recovery in breast and other cancer survivors following the completion of primary cytotoxic therapy. TRIAL REGISTRATION NCT01186367.
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Jones LW, Eves ND, Kraus WE, Potti A, Crawford J, Blumenthal JA, Peterson BL, Douglas PS. The lung cancer exercise training study: a randomized trial of aerobic training, resistance training, or both in postsurgical lung cancer patients: rationale and design. BMC Cancer 2010; 10:155. [PMID: 20409311 PMCID: PMC2888787 DOI: 10.1186/1471-2407-10-155] [Citation(s) in RCA: 53] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2010] [Accepted: 04/21/2010] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Background The Lung Cancer Exercise Training Study (LUNGEVITY) is a randomized trial to investigate the efficacy of different types of exercise training on cardiorespiratory fitness (VO2peak), patient-reported outcomes, and the organ components that govern VO2peak in post-operative non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) patients. Methods/Design Using a single-center, randomized design, 160 subjects (40 patients/study arm) with histologically confirmed stage I-IIIA NSCLC following curative-intent complete surgical resection at Duke University Medical Center (DUMC) will be potentially eligible for this trial. Following baseline assessments, eligible participants will be randomly assigned to one of four conditions: (1) aerobic training alone, (2) resistance training alone, (3) the combination of aerobic and resistance training, or (4) attention-control (progressive stretching). The ultimate goal for all exercise training groups will be 3 supervised exercise sessions per week an intensity above 70% of the individually determined VO2peak for aerobic training and an intensity between 60 and 80% of one-repetition maximum for resistance training, for 30-45 minutes/session. Progressive stretching will be matched to the exercise groups in terms of program length (i.e., 16 weeks), social interaction (participants will receive one-on-one instruction), and duration (30-45 mins/session). The primary study endpoint is VO2peak. Secondary endpoints include: patient-reported outcomes (PROs) (e.g., quality of life, fatigue, depression, etc.) and organ components of the oxygen cascade (i.e., pulmonary function, cardiac function, skeletal muscle function). All endpoints will be assessed at baseline and postintervention (16 weeks). Substudies will include genetic studies regarding individual responses to an exercise stimulus, theoretical determinants of exercise adherence, examination of the psychological mediators of the exercise - PRO relationship, and exercise-induced changes in gene expression. Discussion VO2peak is becoming increasingly recognized as an outcome of major importance in NSCLC. LUNGEVITY will identify the optimal form of exercise training for NSCLC survivors as well as provide insight into the physiological mechanisms underlying this effect. Overall, this study will contribute to the establishment of clinical exercise therapy rehabilitation guidelines for patients across the entire NSCLC continuum. Trial Registration NCT00018255
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- Lee W Jones
- Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC, USA.
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Spirometry is a useful test of pulmonary function and can be safely performed in a variety of clinical situations. Although the technique for performing the maneuver is straightforward, there are many sources of variability in results. Specific criteria must be met in order for the test to be considered valid. For the best results, proper instruction and coaching is essential, and patient understanding and effort must be maximized. Appropriate interpretation of spirometry requires several steps, including recognition and reporting of technically sound maneuvers, comparison to an appropriate reference population, and finally application of a well-developed interpretation scheme utilized in the context of patient symptoms and findings. Failure at any point along this path from performance to interpretation can yield misleading results that may ultimately poorly impact patient care. A clear understanding by the provider of proper coding and billing for spirometry is necessary to receive appropriate reimbursement from payers.
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- Nancy E Lange
- Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Medicine, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
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- Office of Regulatory Affairs and Clinical Documentation, Department of Medicine, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
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- Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Medicine, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA.
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