Thorax Podcast

The Thorax podcast offers the latest insights in respiratory medicine. Each episode features in-depth interviews with renowned authors and leading experts in the field, delving into the latest respiratory research and treatments.Thorax, an esteemed international journal from the BMJ Group and the British Thoracic Society (BTS), is dedicated to publishing research and reviews in respiratory medicine to improve clinical practice. Stay ahead in your field by tuning into our expert discussions and accessing cutting-edge content.Elevate your understanding of respiratory medicine with Thorax - thorax.bmj.com - and its podcast.* The purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. The content of this podcast does not constitute medical advice and it is not intended to function as a substitute for a healthcare practitioner’s judgement, patient care or treatment. The views expressed by contributors are those of the speakers. BMJ does not endorse any views or recommendations discussed or

Thorax Podcast is a health podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 84 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #85

  A real-life study of blood eosinophils and exhaled nitric oxide

  May 28, 202619 minS0

  <p>In this episode, Thorax social media editor Dr. Kate Diomede speaks to Dr. Susan Muiser¹, author of a research paper based on the NOVELTY study that included over 12,000 patients globally with asthma, COPD, or asthma plus COPD. The research sought to find potential biomarkers that could link to exacerbations in these patients, giving consideration to blood eosinophils and fractional exhaled nitric oxide as possible candidates which could give insight into disease progression and treatment response.<br>  <br> Read the paper: Association of blood eosinophils and exhaled nitric oxide with exacerbations in patients with asthma, COPD and asthma+COPD: the NO...

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  Episode #84

  Unpacking the BTS Trainee Survey 2024

  Feb 27, 202632 minS0

  <p>Last year the British Thoracic Society published the results of their 2024 survey of trainees. Since then, a number of commentary pieces have been published in Thorax, and two authors join the podcast this episode. Dr. Abigail MacKintosh¹ a respiratory medicine trainee, and Dr. Daniel Smith², consultant and chair of the BTS workforce committee, join host Dr. Kate Diomede to discuss some of the issues identified  and some potential solutions.</p> <p>Links:</p> <p>British Thoracic Society trainee survey 2024: what are the trainees saying and how will this impact the future workforce?</p> <p>Commentary on the 2024 British Thoracic Soci...

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  Episode #83

  Bronchiectasis, with the PulmPEEPs

  Oct 6, 202537 minS0

  <p>This journal club episode is guest-hosted by Dr. David Furfaro and Dr. Kristina Montemayor of the PulmPEEPs, in conversation with Thorax education editor Dr. Christopher Turnbull, and Dr. George Doumat, author of a recent journal club article focussing on the theme of bronchiectasis. These papers highlight the exciting progress that is being seen in the treatment of this condition, and the challenges that remain ahead.</p> <p>Links:</p> Journal club Phase 3 Trial of the DPP-1 Inhibitor Brensocatib in Bronchiectasis Cathepsin C (dipeptidyl peptidase 1) inhibition in adults with bronchiectasis: AIRLEAF, a phase II randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled, dose-finding study Five-Year...

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  Episode #81

  Smarter prescription of azithromycin using machine learning, with Prof. Wim Janssens

  Sep 2, 202519 minS0

  <p>Prophylactic use of azithromycin is common in the management of COPD patients with frequent acute exacerbations. But its application is conservative due to concerns around adverse events, interactions with other drugs, and bacterial resistance. Given these concerns, it is important to identify patients who are likely to be responders or non-responders.</p> <p>According to the NICE guidance in the UK, you should consider azithromycin if the patient:</p> Doesn't smoke. Has already accounted for non-drug treatments, inhaled therapies and vaccines. And has one or more of the following kinds of exacerbations: Frequent exacerbations, more than four times a...

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  Episode #80

  Sleep and ventilation, with the PulmPEEPs

  Jun 16, 202544 minS0

  <p>Another journal club episode featuring guest-host Dr. Kristina Montemayor of the PulmPEEPs, in conversation with Thorax education editor Dr. Christopher Turnbull, and Dr. Natalie McCleod, author of a recent journal club article focussing on the theme of ventilation and sleep. They discuss the four papers selected by Natalie, covering topics including CPAP therapy's benefit on blood pressure, and Hypoglossal nerve stimulation for obstructive sleep apnoea.</p> <p>Links:</p> Journal club Effect of CPAP therapy on blood pressure in patients with obstructive sleep apnoea: a worldwide individual patient data meta-analysis Hypoglossal nerve stimulation for obstructive sleep apnea in adults...

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