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Update on the Pathogenesis of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | New England Journal of
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Between 3 and 7 million Americans are currently diagnosed with chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease (COPD), and the true prevalence is probably greater than 16 million (1) …

Over the past decade there has been much research and interest in COPD. As a result, the
understanding and management of the disease has improved significantly. Yet, there are …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common respiratory disorder with
significant morbidity and mortality. Despite its prevalence, COPD is underdiagnosed, and …

The burden of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is rising, incurring a major
health care burden worldwide. There is no specific therapy other than smoking cessation …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is associated with pulmonary and systemic
inflammation. The latter is likely to contribute significantly to the pathobiology of numerous …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has been a major public health problem
during the 20th century, and will remain a challenge for the foreseeable future. Worldwide …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is one of the leading global causes of
morbidity and mortality. A hallmark of COPD is progressive airflow obstruction primarily …

Drugs currently available or under development for the treatment of chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease (COPD) are reviewed. More research on the basic cellular and …