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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Anuj K. Agarwal  1 , Avais Raja  2 , Brandon D. Brown  3
In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2025 Jan.
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

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Excerpt

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common and treatable disease characterized by progressive airflow limitation and tissue destruction. It is associated with structural lung changes due to chronic inflammation from prolonged exposure to noxious particles or gases most commonly cigarette smoke. Chronic inflammation causes airway narrowing and decreased lung recoil. The disease often presents with symptoms of cough, dyspnea, and sputum production. Symptoms can range from being asymptomatic to respiratory failure.

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Conflict of interest statement

Disclosure: Anuj Agarwal declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Disclosure: Avais Raja declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Disclosure: Brandon Brown declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

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