Residual airways: the lingering legacy of severe respiratory syncytial virus bronchiolitis

ERJ Open Research 2026 Open access

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Authors: Zoon Naqvi, Huzaifa Imdad Bhatti, Muhammad Saad Mahmood
DOI: 10.1183/23120541.00975-2025
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Abstract

Extract Bronchiolitis has long been viewed as a self-limiting illness of infancy, but recent data challenge this narrative. The study from Vrijlandt et al. [1] in ERJ Open Research contributes to mounting evidence that severe respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection requiring mechanical ventilation is associated with prolonged respiratory morbidity. This compels us to reconsider the adequacy of current post-discharge protocols, especially regarding long-term respiratory health.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Respiratory viral infections research Neonatal Respiratory Health Research Respiratory Support and Mechanisms

Publication details

Journal / source
ERJ Open Research
Volume
12
Issue
1
Pages
00975–2025
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN