Unpacking Rare Lung Diseases: Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency: Deep Dive 3

24/07/2025 12 min Temporada 1 Episodio 262
Unpacking Rare Lung Diseases: Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency: Deep Dive 3

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Episode Synopsis

In the first episode of our Rare Lung Diseases podcast series, host Saranya Ravindran speaks with James Stoller, Chief of Education and Pulmonary Physician at Cleveland Clinic, about Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, a rare genetic condition that is frequently underdiagnosed. The discussion explores the complexities of Alpha 1, including current challenges in detection, advances in diagnosis and management, and what the future may hold for improving care. Timestamps: 01:00 - Management of Alpha 1 03:30 - Augmentation therapy 05:50 - The discussion of neonatal screening for Alpha 1 08:00 - Evolving landscape 09:40 - Patients' challenges with Alpha 1 11:20 - Closing comments on Alpha 1