Chronic bronchitis (CB) is a disorder that is characterised by chronic mucus production. This
disorder is called chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) when airflow obstruction is …

Chronic bronchitis (CB) is a critical component of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
(COPD). Emphysema, reversible airway disease and bronchiectasis also contribute to …

The syndrome of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) consists of chronic
bronchitis (CB), bronchiectasis, emphysema, and reversible airway disease that combine …

Chronic bronchitis is an increasing cause of significant morbidity and mortality. Despite
treatment, respiratory tract infection is the most common identifiable cause of death for …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common problem in the elderly. The
disease is characterised by intermittent worsening of symptoms and these episodes are …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) remains a major cause of morbidity and
mortality worldwide. COPD is especially prevalent in the elderly, affecting 25% of those …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a debilitating disease with rising
worldwide prevalence. Exacerbations of COPD cause significant morbidity and become …

The prevalence of chronic bronchitis is between 3% and 17% in most developed countries.
However, higher rates in the range of 13 to 27% are encountered in less developed areas of …

Background: Chronic bronchitis (CB) has been studied using standardized questionnaires
for decades. From being the key element in the 'British hypothesis' chronic bronchitis was …

Acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis (AECB), which are characteristic of chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), contribute to morbidity and decreased quality of life …