COPD

Martin R. Stämpfli, PhD, explains the development of COPD in his lecture at the seminar "COPD-Bridging the Gap between Science and Clinical Care."

A recent study found that mild cognitive impairment was more likely in patients who had COPD, especially in those who had COPD for longer than 5 years.

These 7 points can help guide patient counseling sessions on COPD.

Patients who develop hyponatremia after cardiac surgery are more likely to spend longer in the hospital and are at increased risk for complications and death.

A new study finds that increased access to MTM services for Medicare Part D beneficiaries with chronic conditions could increase medication adherence, reduce costs, and improve outcomes.

Non-cardioselective beta-blockers appear to pose the greatest risk to patients with asthma or COPD.

A recently released review finds copious evidence that higher rates of medication adherence lead to improved health outcomes and reduced overall health care costs.

COPD patients who took azithromycin daily for a year were re-hospitalized at significantly lower rates than those who took placebo.

A review of current treatment recommendations for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with a focus on currently available medication devices.