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Lung Hyperinflation as Treatable Trait in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Narrative Review.
International journal of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease - 1 Jan 2024
Koopman Maud, Posthuma Rein, Vanfleteren Lowie E G W, Simons Sami O, Franssen Frits M E
Abstract excerpt
Lung hyperinflation (LH) is a common clinical feature in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It results from a combination of reduced elastic lung recoil as a consequence of irreversible destruction of lung parenchyma and expiratory airflow limitation. LH is an important determinant of morbidity and mortality in COPD, partially independent of the degree of airflow limitation. Therefore,...
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