Browsing by Subject "Asthma"
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An assessment of allergenic mite species and allergens in vehicles and homes, with particular reference to dust mite transfer in clothing
(2015-03-25)Dust mite allergens cause conditions including asthma, atopic dermatitis and allergic rhinitis in people globally. Most studies investigating aspects of mite ecology and epidemiology have focussed on Pyroglyphid mites, ... -
Evaluating the role of digital health technologies to support medication adherence in young adults living with asthma
(NUI Galway, 2021-10-17)Background: Asthma represents the most prevalent chronic respiratory condition affecting over 330 million people globally. Inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) can effectively control the condition, increase lung function, and ... -
An investigation of mucus plugging in severe asthma
(NUI Galway, 2018-05-16)The classic pathologic finding in patients with fatal asthma is of markedly hyperinflated lungs. This hyperinflation is the consequence of widespread plugging of the segmental and sub-segmental airways. In contrast to fatal ... -
A source of new diagnostic techniques for asthma in Ireland
(2017-11-13)The objective of this thesis is to set up new diagnostic methods for the study of asthma and related respiratory conditions in an Irish clinical laboratory, and to deepen our knowledge of the pathophysiology of this illness. ...