Lung function, COPD and cognitive function: a multivariable and two sample Mendelian randomization study

Abstract Background Observational studies show an association between reduced lung function and impaired cognition. Cognitive dysfunction influences important health outcomes and is a precursor to dementia, but treatments options are currently very limited. Attention has therefore focused on identif...

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Main Authors: Daniel H. Higbee, Raquel Granell, Gibran Hemani, George Davey Smith, James W. Dodd
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-07-01
Series:BMC Pulmonary Medicine
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12890-021-01611-6