Symptoms of dyspnea in a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which were caused by pulmonary hyperinflation, were improved by endobronchial valve treatment. Endobronchial valve ...

It is recognised that patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) should have the chance to discuss end-of-life care and advance care planning (ACP). Admission to hospital with an ...

Abstract This article uses a case study to discuss the symptoms, causes and management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, describing the patient’s associated pathophysiology. Diagnosis involves ...

This study is one of only a handful to explore barriers to pulmonary rehabilitation in Iran for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). A qualitative descriptive study published by ...

The gold standard for the diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is spirometry, but there are barriers to its use in primary care. Patients were recruited from 36 general practices ...

COPD chest. A middle-aged patient with morbid obesesity and COPD complains about having shortness of breath at rest and dyspnea on exertion. A 52-year-old man with morbid obesity (body mass index 37 ...

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A new study shows that a form of vitamin B3 can reduce lung inflammation in COPD patients. The researchers hope it will pave the way for new treatment options. We live longer and longer, and as we age ...

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