COPD uncovered: an international survey on the impact of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease [COPD] on a working age population

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Approximately 210 million people are estimated to have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease [COPD] worldwide. The burden of disease is known to be high, though less is known about those of a younger age. The aim of this study was to...

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Main Authors: Barnes Neil, Hutton John, Jenkins Christine, Buist Sonia A, Taylor-Fishwick Judith, Upton Jane, Fletcher Monica J, Van Der Molen Thys, Walsh John W, Jones Paul, Walker Samantha
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-08-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/612