Mechanisms and Management of COPD Exacerbations (Paperback, 2000 ed.)

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is an increasingly important health problem world-wide. Whereas most other leading diseases have shown a decline in the past decades, COPD morbidity and mortality is on a steady increase. Exacerbations are usually defined as an increase in cough, a change in the colour or quantity of sputum, and a worsening dyspnea. The role of bacterial infections and the efficacy of antimicrobial therapy in acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis (AECD) is still controversial. Exacerbations of chronic bronchitis are a common occurrence in clinical practice and are a leading cause of antibiotic prescription among respiratory infections. It is still uncertain whether each new exacerbation may deteriorate the natural history of chronic bronchitis. Undoubtedly, every episode includes a temporary worsening in lung function and may therefore pose the threat of respiratory failure or death in more severely obstructed patients.

General

Imprint:	Springer-Verlag
Country of origin:	Italy
Release date:	2001
First published:	2000
Authors:	L. Allegra • F. Blasi
Dimensions:	235 x 155 x 12mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	101
Edition:	2000 ed.
ISBN-13:	978-88-470-0066-7
Categories:	Books > Medicine > Clinical & internal medicine > Respiratory medicine Books > Medicine > Clinical & internal medicine > Diseases & disorders > General
LSN:	88-470-0066-1
Barcode:	9788847000667

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