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The phenotype of concurrent chronic bronchitis and frequent exacerbations in patients with severe COPD attending Swedish secondary care units.
International journal of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease - 1 Jan 2015
Sundh Josefin, Johansson Gunnar, Larsson Kjell, Lindén Anders, Löfdahl Claes-Göran, Sandström Thomas, Janson Christer
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Chronic bronchitis and previous exacerbations are both well-known risk factors for new exacerbations, impaired health-related quality of life, and increased mortality in COPD. The aim of the study was to characterize the phenotype of concurrent chronic bronchitis and frequent exacerbation in severe COPD. METHODS: Information on patient characteristics, comorbidity, and exacerbations from the previous...
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