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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the third commonest cause of death globally, and manifests as a progressive inflammatory lung disease with no curative treatment. The lung microbiome contributes to COPD progression, but the function of the
K. Bowerman +13 more
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Three distinct disorders combine to produce chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): emphysema, peripheral airway disease or bronchospasm, and chronic bronchitis. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is defined as a disease state characterized by airflow limitation that is not fully reversible.
David, Price, Martin, Duerden
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The objective of the research was to determine the characteristics of arterial stiffness and cardiovascular risk in patients with co-existence of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Materials and methods.
Kseniia Nazarenko
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Medication non-adherence to asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease therapy poses a significant burden for patients and societies. Non-adherence encompasses poor initiation, implementation (including poor inhalation technique) and non ...
Evalyne M Jansen +5 more
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The Evaluation of Pulmonary Function Tests in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome [PDF]
Introduction: Recently a relation between female sex hormones and severity of asthma symptoms has been proposed. As a common endocrine dysfunction, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) could significantly influence the level of sex hormones in PCOS patients.
Davood Attaran +5 more
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Determinants of initial inhaled corticosteroid use in patients with GOLD A/B COPD:a retrospective study of UK general practice [PDF]
Initial use of inhaled corticosteroid therapy is common in patients with Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) A or B chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, contrary to GOLD guidelines.
A Agusti +26 more
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Inhaled corticosteroids versus long-acting beta -agonists for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (Review). [PDF]
Long-acting beta(2)-agonists and inhaled corticosteroids can be used as maintenance therapy by patients with moderate to severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. These interventions are often taken together in a combination inhaler.
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Economic Burden of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): A Systematic Literature Review
Background and Objectives Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) affects over 250 million people globally, carrying a notable economic burden. This systematic literature review aimed to highlight the economic burden associated with moderate-to-very
I. Iheanacho +4 more
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The 2023 Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) report includes relevant topics from the clinician’s perspective and evidence published on chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) since GOLD 2017. The World Health Organization (
D. Parums
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Self management and symptom monitoring among older adults with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease [PDF]
Aims. To describe self-management, symptom monitoring and the associated influences among older adults with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Background.
Chenoweth, L +3 more
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