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Source of validity: Scientific
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Specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPMs) are a class of bioactive lipid mediators derived from omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, including resolvins, protectins, and maresins. Their primary biological function is to actively resolve inflammation and promote tissue repair, rather than simply suppressing the inflammatory response. In the context of bronchitis, which involves inflammation of the bronchi often due to infection or irritants, there is emerging preclinical evidence suggesting that SPMs may help limit excessive inflammation and aid in recovery.

Animal models and in vitro studies have demonstrated that SPMs can reduce airway inflammation, decrease neutrophil infiltration, and enhance the clearance of pathogens and debris in lung tissues. For example, resolvin D1 and E1 have shown efficacy in reducing lung inflammation in murine models of respiratory infections and acute lung injury. However, as of now, clinical trials directly investigating the use of SPMs in human bronchitis are lacking. Most human data for SPMs pertain to chronic inflammatory diseases or experimental settings.

Therefore, while there is promising scientific rationale and early-stage research supporting the potential of SPMs in treating inflammatory airway conditions like bronchitis, robust clinical evidence in humans is insufficient. Further research, including well-designed clinical trials, is necessary to establish both efficacy and safety for this specific indication. Currently, the evidence supporting SPM use for bronchitis rates as low to moderate, reflecting encouraging preclinical findings but limited direct clinical validation.

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