Deciphering mechanisms of respiratory virus-induced asthma predispositions and exacerbations. Ghent University
In Western countries, the prevalence of asthma has increased during the last decades. Although asthma is often non-lethal, the quality of life of patients is seriously affected and there is still no definitive cure available. It is clear that the environment has a dramatic impact on the incidence and the severity of allergy and asthma, and a strong link between respiratory tract infections and asthma has been demonstrated, with some viruses ...