Research shows that 80 percent of cases develop from chronic irritation, which smokers experience through their smoking habits
However, approximately 30.8 million adults currently smoke, and smokers comprise a significant proportion of surgical patients
This review summarizes recent insights into small-airway physiology, key pathophysiological and molecular mechanisms, and current pharmacological strategies, and emphasizes the clinical principle of early detection, early diagnosis, early intervention for managing COPD-related small-airway disease
The battery-powered devices have been sold in the US since 2007, but their potential benefits have been overshadowed for years by uptake among middle and high school students
Other innovative pricing strategies include targeting specific consumer segments and behaviors (e.g., volume discounts for regular users, targeted promotions for dual users of combustible and electronic cigarettes) to influence purchasing decisions and encourage behavioral changes