ERS International Congress 2023: highlights from the Paediatrics Assembly.

Area of Science:

• Pediatric Respiratory Medicine
• Clinical Research
• Public Health

Background:

• Childhood respiratory health significantly impacts long-term well-being and development.
• Early life factors are critical in the origin of adult respiratory diseases.
• Advances in pediatric respiratory medicine require continuous knowledge dissemination.

Purpose of the Study:

• To summarize key research and clinical findings in pediatric respiratory medicine.
• To provide an overview of advancements presented at the European Respiratory Society (ERS) International Congress 2023.
• To cover diverse areas within pediatric respiratory health.

Main Methods:

• Review of selected sessions from the ERS International Congress 2023.
• Summaries prepared by Early Career Members of the Paediatrics Assembly (Assembly 7).
• Content supervised by senior ERS officers.

Main Results:

• Highlights encompass respiratory physiology and sleep, asthma, allergy, and cystic fibrosis.
• Key findings also cover respiratory infection, immunology, neonatology, and intensive care.
• Research on respiratory epidemiology and bronchology was also presented.

Conclusions:

• The European Respiratory Society (ERS) International Congress 2023 showcased significant progress in pediatric respiratory medicine.
• Dissemination of these advancements is vital for improving patient care throughout the life course.
• Continued research in pediatric respiratory health is essential for prevention and management strategies.