To understand COPD’s pathophysiology, it’s important to understand the structure of the lungs and how they work: When you inhale, air moves down your trachea and then through two tubes called ...

The current pathophysiology of COPD encompasses three main characteristics: emphysema, chronic bronchitis and small airway disease. Macrophages and neutrophils are implicated in this process; thus ...

COPD 1: pathophysiology, diagnosis and prognosis 23 March, 2020. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is a common respiratory condition involving progressive lung damage. This article, the first in a ...

COPD stands for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. The condition causes lung inflammation that leads to airflow blockage and breathing problems. [1] “COPD encompasses both emphysema and ...

Causes of death shifting in patients diagnosed with COPD Date: January 20, 2011 Source: American Thoracic Society Summary: Patients suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who ...

Major causes of COPD include dust and other air pollutants, cigarette smoking - active and passive - and any other form of smoke. "Patients of this disorder take longer time to breathe in and ...

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) causes breathing difficulties and poses serious health risks. Here are the causes, diagnosis, and prevention strategies to safeguard your lungs. Quit ...

1 Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care, Department of Internal Medicine, Tannourine Governmental Hospital, Batroun, Lebanon. 2 Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care, Department of Internal ...