The journal publishes research on a variety of pulmonary and respiratory conditions, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, lung cancer, and infectious lung diseases. It also covers topics such as lung transplantation, sleep apnea, and the impact of environmental factors and lifestyle on respiratory health. The scope includes diagnostic methods, therapeutic strategies, and prognostic factors related to these conditions.
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Publication & Citation Trend
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Medicine (miscellaneous)Q4
Pulmonary and Respiratory MedicineQ4
Subject Classification
Scopus Categories
Pulmonary and Respiratory MedicineMedicine (miscellaneous)
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) ResearchInterstitial Lung Diseases and Idiopathic Pulmonary FibrosisCOVID-19 Clinical Research StudiesTuberculosis Research and EpidemiologyLung Cancer Diagnosis and TreatmentMedical Imaging and Pathology StudiesAsthma and respiratory diseasesObstructive Sleep Apnea ResearchLong-Term Effects of COVID-19Respiratory Support and Mechanisms