Respiratory Medicine: top review articles from Indian journals

The 30 narrative reviews from Indian journals in 2026 most worth a resident's time in Respiratory Medicine, ranked by how useful each is for exams and practice and by the standing of the journal. Each title opens the article on the journal's own website.

Reviews 30

1. Nontuberculous Mycobacteria: An update
Prasanta Raghab Mohapatra, Baijayantimala Mishra · Indian Journal of Tuberculosis, Jul 2026Read article
2. Adverse Events Associated with Continuous Positive Airway Pressure and Related Positive Airway Pressure Devices: A Narrative Review and Rationale for Closer Monitoring
Mahadevappa Hunasikatti, Shishri Sriramoju, Kumudhini Hendrix et al. · Indian Journal of Sleep Medicine, Sep 2026Read article
3. New Advances in Drug-resistant Tuberculosis Treatment
Rajendra Prasad, Huda Shamim, Nikhil Gupta et al. · The Indian Journal of Chest Diseases and Allied Sciences, Sep 2026Read article
4. Acute Pulmonary Embolism: Current Concepts in Risk Stratification and Management
Atithi Arora, Yash Gupta, Rosmy Jose et al. · Indian Journal of Medical Specialities, Sep 2026Read article
5. Wearable Devices for Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Evidence, Clinical Utility, and Future Directions
Nimit V. Khara, Ravish Kshatriya · Indian Journal of Sleep Medicine, Sep 2026Read article
6. Integrating tuberculosis and lung health services in India: Opportunities and challenges
P.S. Rakesh, Shibu Balakrishnan, B.A. Renjini et al. · Indian Journal of Tuberculosis, Sep 2026Read article
7. The spectrum of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease presentation in geriatric populations: A comprehensive review
Rahul Garg · Annals of the National Academy of Medical Sciences (India), Jun 2026Read article
8. Beyond the Apnea–Hypopnea Index: A Paradigm Shift Toward Multidimensional Physiological Phenotyping in Obstructive Sleep Apnea: A Narrative Review
Hemant Kumar, Sulakshana Gautam, Mohammed Arif et al. · Indian Journal of Sleep Medicine, Sep 2026Read article
9. Exercise testing for evaluating right ventricular (RV) function in pulmonary hypertension – A review
Talha Farooq, Maryam Mohsin, Wajiha Fatima et al. · Lung India, Apr 2026Read article
10. Optimizing Care in Pulmonary Hypertension Associated with Lung Disease: Evidence-Based Strategies and Emerging Therapies
Yagnang Kaushikkumar Vyas, Naiya Bhavsar, Akansha P. Singh et al. · The Journal of Association of Chest Physicians, Apr 2026Read article
11. Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome: More than 30 Years Later
Alberto Labra, Perla G Sepúlveda-Lerma, Nayeli Díaz-Inzunza et al. · Indian Journal of Sleep Medicine, Jun 2026Read article
12. Palliative care in tuberculosis: Need, challenges and future directions for India
Rajam K. Iyer, Rajani S. Bhat, Sreedevi Warrier et al. · Indian Journal of Tuberculosis, Sep 2026Read article
13. Respiratory Examination for Postgraduate Residents: Unrevealing Expert's Questions and Answers
Deependra Kumar Rai, Agam Vora, Pranav Ish et al. · Journal of the Association of Physicians of India, Apr 2026Read article
14. Digital Health Technologies in Pulmonary Disease Prevention: Applications and Implementation Strategies
Ahmed A. Almohammadi · The Journal of Association of Chest Physicians, Apr 2026Read article
15. Group 3 Pulmonary Hypertension: Current Evidence, Diagnostic Challenges, and Emerging Therapeutic Strategies
Anubhuti Singh, Kislay Kishore, Himanshu Pophale · Indian Journal of Respiratory Care, Oct 2026Read article
16. Tranexamic acid in the management of post-procedural bleeding in bronchoscopy: A comprehensive review
Anthony Christanto, Ngakan Putu Parsama Putra, Christian Surya Eka Putra · Lung India, Feb 2026Read article
17. Physiotherapy-based Interventions for the Management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea: A Comprehensive Review
Manali Ganesh Sonavane, Shruti Prabhakaran Nair · Indian Journal of Respiratory Care, Apr 2026Read article
18. Delamanid or pretomanid for treatment of multidrug resistant tuberculosis---spoilt for choice?
Amit Sharma, Poulomi Chatterjee, Shashank Shastry · Indian Journal of Tuberculosis, Apr 2026Read article
19. Pulmonary tuberculosis and the surgeon
Sabyasachi Bal · Lung India, Jun 2026Read article
20. Integrating pulmonary rehabilitation into post-tuberculosis care: Evidence-based rationale for policy change in high tuberculosis burden countries
Ramakant Dixit, Manudev Mehta · Lung India, Apr 2026Read article
21. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Dementia Risk: Implications and Prevention Strategies
Auda Fares · The Journal of Association of Chest Physicians, Jul 2026Read article
22. Modern Indoor Environments and the Pediatric Asthma Crisis: Challenges and Mitigation Strategies
Anuj K Pandey, Anumesh K Pathak, Vandana Tiwari · Indian Journal of Respiratory Care, Jul 2026Read article
23. The psychological burden of multidrug-resistant tuberculosis: A narrative review of prevalence, impact, and interventions
Saim Mahmood Khan, Jawairya Muhammad Hussain, Zarnab Saleem et al. · Indian Journal of Tuberculosis, Jan 2026Read article
24. Treatment of bronchial asthma – A simplified overview
Gabriela Harvanová, Silvia Duranková · Lung India, Feb 2026Read article
25. Beyond Patterns: A Phenotype-Endotype Classification Framework for Interstitial Lung Disease
Arup Haldar · The Journal of Association of Chest Physicians, Jul 2026Read article
26. Environmental pollution, particulates and pulmonary TB: An unseen connection
Salil Bhargava, Shailesh Agrawal, Kashish Grover et al. · Indian Journal of Tuberculosis, Jan 2026Read article
27. Lung Oscillometry in Interstitial Lung Disease: Current Evidence and Clinical Application
Huda Shamim, Anil Kumar Singh, Rajendra Prasad et al. · The Journal of Association of Chest Physicians, Jan 2026Read article
28. From prediction to action: strengthening health system under National Tuberculosis Control Program
V.K. Arora, Nishi Aggarwal, Sanjay Rajpal · Indian Journal of Tuberculosis, Sep 2026Read article
29. Expert Opinion on Controlled-release Theophylline as an Add-on Therapy in the Management of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Asthma
Pralhad Prabhudesai, Agam Vora, Subramanyam Raju et al. · Journal of Advanced Lung Health, Mar 2026Read article
30. From innovation to impact: Strengthening systems for ending tuberculosis
Sreenivas A. Nair, Harsh Shah, Swathi Krishna Njarekkattuvalappil · Indian Journal of Tuberculosis, Sep 2026Read article