Research Article: Analysis of Airway Thickening and Serum Cytokines in COPD Patients with Frequent Exacerbations: A Heart of the Matter
Abstract:
Several patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) may suffer frequent exacerbation events, a distinct clinical subgroup called the frequent exacerbator phenotype., Frequent exacerbation of COPD can deteriorate chronic lung function and cause irreparable damage to the airways. Unfortunately, both COPD patients and society incur a severe burden due to the frequent worsening and comorbidities, especially given the significant usage of medical resources. Considering that great financial burden and progressive symptoms are related to acute exacerbations,, it is essential to understand the nature of the frequent exacerbator phenotype to inform clinical management and to determine more accurate and accessible biomarkers to identify frequent exacerbators.
Introduction:
Several patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) may suffer frequent exacerbation events, a distinct clinical subgroup called the frequent exacerbator phenotype. , Frequent exacerbation of COPD can deteriorate chronic lung function and cause irreparable damage to the airways. Unfortunately, both COPD patients and society incur a severe burden due to the frequent worsening and comorbidities, especially given the significant usage of medical resources. Considering that great financial burden and…
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