A method to study the effect of bronchodilators on smoke retention in COPD patients: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common disease, associated with cardiovascular disease. Many patients use (long-acting) bronchodilators, whilst they continue smoking alongside. We hypothesised an interaction between...

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Main Authors: Klerx W, Lenders JWM, Cremers R, Scheepers PTJ, van Dijk WD, van Weel C, Schermer TRJ, Heijdra Y
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-02-01
Series:Trials
Online Access:http://www.trialsjournal.com/content/12/1/37