A47 NEW CONCEPTS IN COPD EXACERBATIONS: Exacerbation Rates And Recovery Outcomes Following Glucocorticoid Treatment In Outpatients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Background: Acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease(COPD) are defined by progression of respiratory symptoms warranting escalation of therapies including systemic glucocorticoids. Dyspnea (modified Borg), sputum quantity, color and consistency, peak flow rates and upper airways...

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Published in:American journal of respiratory and critical care medicine 2017-01, Vol.195
Main Authors: Mulhall, P, Leung, J, Criner, A, Dhungana, S, Rali, P, Marchetti, N, Criner, G J
Format: Article
Language:English
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Patients
Recovery (Medical)
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Summary:Background: Acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease(COPD) are defined by progression of respiratory symptoms warranting escalation of therapies including systemic glucocorticoids. Dyspnea (modified Borg), sputum quantity, color and consistency, peak flow rates and upper airways symptoms of sneezing, sore throat, cough and wheeze were recorded.
ISSN:1073-449X
1535-4970