Thorax

Performance of multivariable risk prediction algorithms in predicting COPD exacerbations: a population-based study

Introduction Efficient preventive management of acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is ...
Medscape

COPD Case Study: Pearls for Diagnosis and Initial Management

This transcript has been edited for clarity. For more episodes, download the Medscape app or subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast provider. Leah J. Witt, MD: ...
Thorax

Body mass index and airway mucus plugs: findings from the COPDGene and ECLIPSE studies

Airway-occluding mucus plugs (MPs)—as identified on CT scans—are frequent in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary ...
Healio

Life expectancy lower in adults with COPD regardless of smoking status

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . The mean number of years of life lost in those with vs. without COPD was 1.94. This number grew with each ...
Healthline

What to Know About COPD Complications and Other Conditions

Cardiovascular diseases and diabetes are some of the most common coexisting conditions in COPD. Shared risk factors and overlapping physiological processes likely contribute to the high rate of ...