The current pathophysiology of COPD encompasses three main characteristics: emphysema, chronic bronchitis and small airway disease. Macrophages and neutrophils are implicated in this process ...
November is COPD Awareness Month. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a leading cause of death in the U.S. behind ...
With the earlier definition of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), patients were ... and mucus plugging of the airways. Inflammation causes fibrosis in the airways and loss of tissue ...