The sputum transcriptome better predicts COPD exacerbations after the withdrawal of inhaled corticosteroids than sputum eosinophils

The sputum transcriptome better predicts COPD exacerbations after the withdrawal of inhaled corticosteroids than sputum eosinophils

Introduction Continuing inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) use does not benefit all patients with COPD, yet it is difficult to determine which patients may safely sustain ICS withdrawal. Although eosinophil levels can facilitate this decision, better biomarkers could improve personalised treatment decisio...

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Main Authors: Benedikt Ditz, Aartik Sarma, Huib A.M. Kerstjens, Jeroen J.W. Liesker, Erik Bathoorn, Judith M. Vonk, Victor Bernal, Peter Horvatovich, Victor Guryev, Saharai Caldera, Chaz Langelier, Alen Faiz, Stephanie A. Christenson, Maarten van den Berge
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: European Respiratory Society 2021-07-01
Series:ERJ Open Research
Online Access:http://openres.ersjournals.com/content/7/3/00097-2021.full

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