A checklist-based method for improving COPD care for the elderly in general practice: study protocol for a cluster randomized controlled trial using electronic health records

Abstract Background The third most frequent chronic condition, and the fourth most common cause of death, in Poland is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The diagnosis and treatment of COPD is the responsibility of the general practitioner (GP); the GP also serves as gatekeeper, referring...

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Main Authors: Anna Kowalczyk, Izabela Zakowska, Ewa Andrzejewska, Katarzyna Kosiek, Maciek Godycki-Cwirko
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-02-01
Series:Trials
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13063-021-05103-0