The journal focuses on respiratory diseases, including lung cancer, tuberculosis, asthma, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It also covers critical care conditions like acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and sepsis, as well as the management of tobacco dependence and the use of new nicotine products. Additionally, the scope includes research on pleural diseases, interstitial lung diseases, and the impact of biological sex on lung and rheumatic diseases.
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Publication & Citation Trend
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
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Medicine (miscellaneous)Q3
Pulmonary and Respiratory MedicineQ3
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Respiratory System
Scopus Categories
Pulmonary and Respiratory MedicineMedicine (miscellaneous)
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) ResearchRespiratory Support and MechanismsInterstitial Lung Diseases and Idiopathic Pulmonary FibrosisAsthma and respiratory diseasesRespiratory and Cough-Related ResearchLung Cancer Diagnosis and TreatmentPediatric health and respiratory diseasesPleural and Pulmonary DiseasesPulmonary Hypertension Research and TreatmentsMedical Imaging and Pathology Studies