European Respiratory & Pulmonary Diseases is a peer-reviewed, free-to-access, annual journals specializing in the publication of balanced and comprehensive review articles written by leading authorities to address the most important and salient developments in the respiratory care and pulmonary disease fields. The aim of these reviews is to break down the high science from ‘data-rich’ primary papers and provide practical advice and opinion on how this information can help physicians in the day to day clinical setting. Editorials, special reports, case reports, and original research articles are also featured to promote discussion and learning amongst physicians, clinicians, researchers and related healthcare professionals.