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CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE (COPD) |
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“If I could get through March” said Mr. Johnsons the oldest tenant, “I usually live till the end of the year.” |
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| Definition |
COPD, a term usually referring to a combination of Chronic Bronchitis and Emphysema.
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| Prognosis |
Worse with advancing age, poor post-broncho-dilator FEV1, in those that continue to smoke, and in those in poor nutrition. Following initial episode of respiratory failure 5 year survival only 25%. Development of cor pulmonale, hypercapnia and persistent tachycardia are poor prognostic indicators.
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