Prevalence, characteristics, and risk of exacerbation in young patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Yong Suk JoKyung Joo KimChin Kook RheeKwang Ha YooKi-Suck JungYong-Bum Park

Published in: Respiratory research (2022)

The risk of exacerbation showed an increasing trend in COPD patients regardless of smoking status compared to non-COPD. More attention to early identification and provision of preventive measures are needed to reduce disease progression and improve outcome.

Keyphrases

chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
end stage renal disease
lung function
newly diagnosed
ejection fraction
chronic kidney disease
prognostic factors
peritoneal dialysis
risk factors
working memory
patient reported outcomes
smoking cessation
respiratory failure
mechanical ventilation