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Editorial
. 2025 Apr 30;17(4):1795-1797.
doi: 10.21037/jtd-2024-2206. Epub 2025 Apr 28.

Insights and considerations in the use of biologics for managing eosinophilic exacerbations in asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Sang Hyuk Kim  1 , Youlim Kim  2 , Ji-Yong Moon  2 , Kyung Hoon Min #  1 , Hyun Lee #  3
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Editorial

Insights and considerations in the use of biologics for managing eosinophilic exacerbations in asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Sang Hyuk Kim et al. J Thorac Dis. .
No abstract available

Keywords: Asthma; biologics; eosinophil; exacerbation.

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Conflicts of Interest: All authors have completed the ICMJE uniform disclosure form (available at https://jtd.amegroups.com/article/view/10.21037/jtd-2024-2206/coif). The authors have no conflicts of interest to declare.

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