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  • Title: [Extrapulmonary effects of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease].
    Author: Coronado M, Fitting JW.
    Journal: Rev Med Suisse; 2005 Nov 16; 1(41):2680-2, 2685-7. PubMed ID: 16355883.
    Abstract:
    Patients suffering from advanced COPD not only present respiratory symptoms but extrapulmonary manifestations as well: muscle dysfunction, weight loss, osteoporosis, sexual dysfunction, cardiovascular diseases. A chronic inflammation is likely to play a role in the occurrence of these associated disorders. These different aspects contribute to a poor quality of life, and to added morbidity and mortality. The presence of systemic effects in COPD means that the patient suffering from this pulmonary disease needs a comprehensive care.
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