OBJECTIVE: To investigate the modulatory effects that dynamic hyperinflation (DH), defined
as a reduction in inspiratory capacity (IC), has on exercise tolerance after bronchodilator in …

Objective: To characterize the presence, extent, and patterns of dynamic hyperinflation (DH)
during treadmill exercise testing in patients with moderate to severe COPD. Methods: This …

Exercise intolerance is a major feature in patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary
Disease (COPD). Bronchodilators increase endurance time (ET) and reduce dynamic …

Background We carried out a systematic review and meta-analysis with the aim to evaluate
the efficacy of long-acting bronchodilators on exercise capacity in COPD patients. Methods …

Dyspnea on exertion is a very common complaint in patients with COPD. Results of
pulmonary function testing at rest are often limited in explaining patient complaints and do …

Dynamic hyperinflation (DH) is a major pathophysiologic consequence of airflow limitation
during exercise in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and an …

It has been shown that patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) develop
dynamic hyperinflation (DH), which contributes to dyspnoea and exercise intolerance …

INTRODUCTION: Pulmonary dynamic hyperinflation (DH) is an important factor limiting the
physical capacity of patients with COPD. Inhaled bronchodilator should be able to reduce …

Dynamic hyperinflation (DH) during exercise occurs in most but not all patients with
advanced chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It is not known whether the …

Background The six minute walk test (6 MW) elicits dynamic hyperinflation (DH) in severe
COPD patients, which can be evaluated by reductions in inspiratory capacity (IC). Although …