BACKGROUND: The prevalence and economic burden of chronic obstructive pulmonary
disease (COPD) are increasing worldwide. However, little information is available …

Background There are only a few longitudinal studies regarding medical utilization and
costs for patients with COPD. The purpose of this study was to analyze the trend of medical …

Background Patients with high grade chronic pulmonary obstructive disease (COPD)
account for much of the COPD-related mortality and incur excessive financial burdens and …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a global health problem and a significant
cause of mortality and morbidity worldwide. COPD also occupies a significant and …

Background Understanding the burden of disease is important to establish cost-effective
treatment strategies and to allocate healthcare resources appropriately. However, little …

Objectives: This study examines the epidemiology and economic impact of chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) at a nationwide level in South Korea. Methods: This …

Background COPD remains a major health problem in Japan. Patients with COPD
experience a reduced quality of life (QoL) and have a higher chance of work impairment and …

Purpose The economic burden of COPD has not been well studied in China. This study
investigated the total costs caused by COPD and the influencing factors for the high …

Background and objective: The aim of this study was to estimate the direct medical costs of
COPD in two public health clusters in Singapore from 2005 to 2009. Methods: Patients aged …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is an ambulatory care-sensitive condition,
and effective treatment of outpatients can prevent worsening of the illness and …