Research Article: Prevalence and Risk Factors of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Among Users of Primary Health Care Facilities in Morocco
Abstract:
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a heterogeneous lung disorder characterized by chronic respiratory symptoms caused primarily by airway and/or alveolar abnormalities, leading to progressive airflow limitation. It is considered a major public health problem and a leading cause of morbidity and mortality. Data from the GBD (Global Burden of the Disease) study stipulate that million cases of COPD were recorded worldwide in . Furthermore, in , .% of people worldwide died from COPD. COPD negatively impacts quality of life due to exacerbations and associated comorbidities, and is responsible for a significant economic burden., Previous systematic reviews and meta-analyses have shown a high prevalence of COPD worldwide, ranging from .% to .%., Thus, these estimates are likely to increase in the coming years due to continued exposure to risk factors and an ageing population.
Introduction:
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a heterogeneous lung disorder characterized by chronic respiratory symptoms caused primarily by airway and/or alveolar abnormalities, leading to progressive airflow limitation. It is considered a major public health problem and a leading cause of morbidity and mortality. Data from the GBD (Global Burden of the Disease) study stipulate that million cases of COPD were recorded worldwide in . Furthermore, in , .% of people worldwide died from COPD. COPD negatively…
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