Emily Wan, MD MPH

Mortality and Comorbidities with COPD

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COPD is one of the 3 top causes of death worldwide. What do current statistics suggest about the mortality and morbidity associated with COPD? 

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Panelists discuss current statistics indicating that COPD is one of the top three leading causes of death worldwide, with high morbidity and mortality rates, particularly in individuals over 40 years of age, and a growing global burden due to risk factors like smoking and air pollution.





Overview and Diagnosis of COPD

What are major risk factors for the development of COPD? Please comment on the Influence of asthma, early bronchitis, infections, and sex. 

Panelists discuss major risk factors for COPD development, including smoking, long-term exposure to environmental pollutants, and genetics, while noting that a history of asthma, early bronchitis, respiratory infections, and sex (with higher prevalence in men) may also influence disease onset and progression.

Risk Factors for COPD

Describe the common respiratory symptoms associated with COPD

Panelists discuss COPD as a chronic inflammatory lung disease characterized by persistent airflow limitation, typically diagnosed through spirometry, and highlight common respiratory symptoms including chronic cough, sputum production, and dyspnea.

Emily Wan, MD MPH

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