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Social Disparities in Benign Lung Diseases
1Department of Thoracic Surgery, Temple University Hospital, 3401 N. Broad Street, Suite C501, Parkinson Pavilion, Philadelphia, PA 19140, USA.
Thoracic Surgery Clinics
|November 21, 2021
Summary
Socioeconomic factors significantly impact benign lung diseases globally, affecting diagnosis and care access. This review examines disparities in infectious, obstructive, and restrictive lung conditions in the US and worldwide.
Area of Science:
- Pulmonary Medicine
- Health Disparities
- Public Health
Background:
- Socioeconomic disparities are a significant global challenge in diagnosing and managing benign lung diseases.
- The COVID-19 pandemic underscored the impact of these disparities on vulnerable populations.
- Benign lung diseases encompass a wide range of conditions, including infectious, obstructive, and restrictive types.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review socioeconomic disparities in benign lung diseases.
- To analyze these disparities from both United States and global perspectives.
- To examine the effect of social disparities on patient populations and their access to medical care.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and synthesis of existing evidence.
- Analysis of data pertaining to socioeconomic factors and lung disease prevalence.
- Examination of healthcare access barriers for affected populations.
Main Results:
- Evidence indicates significant socioeconomic gradients in the incidence and outcomes of benign lung diseases.
- Disparities in access to diagnosis and treatment are prevalent globally and within the United States.
- Social determinants of health demonstrably influence the burden of lung disease.
Conclusions:
- Addressing socioeconomic disparities is crucial for equitable management of benign lung diseases.
- Targeted interventions are needed to improve healthcare access for disadvantaged populations.
- Further research is warranted to understand and mitigate the impact of social inequalities on lung health.
Keywords:
AsthmaCOPDCOVID-19Cystic fibrosisIdiopathic pulmonary fibrosisSarcoidosisSocial disparities in benign lung diseasesTuberculosisMore Related Videos
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