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  • Title: Acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in the emergency department.
    Author: Brulotte CA, Lang ES.
    Journal: Emerg Med Clin North Am; 2012 May; 30(2):223-47, vii. PubMed ID: 22487106.
    Abstract:
    Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Acute exacerbations of COPD (AECOPDs) are a common presentation to emergency departments and are an important cause of respiratory failure. This article discusses the disease process and diagnosis of COPD and AECOPD. A further in-depth discussion is undertaken of evidence-based treatments, palliation, and disposition of patients who present to emergency departments with AECOPD.
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