Risk of Death and Cardiovascular Events Following an Exacerbation of COPD: The EXACOS-CV US Study.

Kimberly DanielsStephan LanesArlene TaveMichael F PollackDavid M ManninoGerard CrinerAmanda NeikirkKirsty RhodesNorbert FeiglerClementine Nordon

Published in: International journal of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (2024)

Risk of death and cardiovascular events was greatest in the first 30 days and rose with subsequent exacerbations. Risks were elevated for 1-2 years following moderate and severe exacerbations, highlighting a sustained increased cardiopulmonary risk associated with exacerbations.

Keyphrases

cardiovascular events
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
coronary artery disease
cardiovascular disease
lung function
cystic fibrosis
early onset
high intensity
human health
type diabetes
risk assessment
intensive care unit
climate change
extracorporeal membrane oxygenation