Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is a leading cause of death and disability, but has
only recently been extensively explored from a cellular and molecular perspective. There is …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is defined independently of exacerbations,
which are largely a feature of moderate-to-severe disease. This article is the result of a …

Background: Exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are a leading
cause of admission to hospital among men in many countries, although the factors causing …

Background Inhaled longacting β 2 agonists improve lung function and health status in
symptomatic chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), whereas inhaled …

The efficacy and safety of budesonide/formoterol in a single inhaler compared with placebo,
budesonide and formoterol were evaluated in patients with moderate-to-severe chronic …

Lung function in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can be improved acutely by
oral corticosteroids and bronchodilators. Whether clinical improvement can be maintained …

Background: Acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (AE-COPD) are
a common cause of hospital admission. Many exacerbations are believed to be due to upper …

Background: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is often associated with
peripheral muscle weakness, which is caused by several factors. Acute exacerbations may …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is characterized by an accelerated decline
in lung function and progressive airway inflammation. Bacteria have been isolated from the …

Exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) cause morbidity, hospital
admissions, and mortality, and strongly influence health-related quality of life. Some patients …