Influence of age on real-life effects of doxycycline for acute exacerbations among COPD outpatients: a population-based cohort study

Influence of age on real-life effects of doxycycline for acute exacerbations among COPD outpatients: a population-based cohort study

IntroductionAlthough bacteria contribute significantly to acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (AECOPD), the added value of antibiotics remains controversial, especially in outpatient settings. Age may affect antibiotic effectiveness, but real-world evidence is lacking. We ai...

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Main Authors: H Marike Boezen, Yuanyuan Wang, Bob Wilffert, Eelko Hak, Jan-Willem C Alffenaar, Jens H Bos, J F M van Boven, Catharina C M Schuiling-Veninga
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMJ Publishing Group 2020-05-01
Series:BMJ Open Respiratory Research
Online Access:https://bmjopenrespres.bmj.com/content/7/1/e000535.full

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