Validity of the diagnosis of pneumonia in hospitalised patients with COPD.

Lydia J FinneyVijay PadmanabanSamuel ToddNadia AhmedSarah L ElkinPatrick Mallia

Published in: ERJ open research (2019)

Pneumonia is underdiagnosed in patients with COPD. Radiographic consolidation is associated with worse outcomes and prolonged length of stay. Incorrect diagnosis could result in inappropriate use of inhaled corticosteroids. Future guidelines should specifically address the diagnosis and management of pneumonia in COPD.

Keyphrases

chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
lung function
community acquired pneumonia
cystic fibrosis
respiratory failure
air pollution
current status
intensive care unit
skeletal muscle
insulin resistance