Pulmonology Advisor

Mortality Risk in Patients With COPD Higher After 1 Moderate Exacerbation

Patients with COPD who experience at least 1 moderate exacerbation may be at increased risk of all-cause mortality.

COPD Treatment Goals Shift to 'Zero Exacerbations + Functional Maintenance': Evidence of 'Disease Stability' from Phase 3 Trial Data

This research document defines 'disease stability' as a new therapeutic indicator for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and verifies its clinical significance. Stability is presented as an ...
MedPage Today

'Early COPD' Linked to Poor Outcomes for Younger Adults

COPD affects at least 4.5% of those 18-49 years old, according to an analysis of U.S. cohorts. The early COPD group was more likely to be hospitalized or die from chronic respiratory disease, to ...
Healthline

What’s the Difference Between COPD and Acute Bronchitis?

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and acute bronchitis both cause lung irritation and inflammation. They can trigger similar symptoms, including coughing, chest pain, and fatigue. Acute ...
clinicaladvisor.com

2024 GOLD Report Reflects New Research and Thinking on COPD Management

Credit: Getty Images. The 2024 GOLD COPD Report includes updated research and recommendations that reflect shifts in thinking on COPD management. Vogelmeier, who heads the Department of Medicine, ...