Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Data Fact Sheet
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a slowly progressive disease of the airways that is characterized by a gradual loss of lung function. In the U.S., the term COPD includes chronic bronchitis, chronic obstructive bronchitis, or emphysema, or combinations of these conditions. It represents the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. NIH Publication No. 03-5229. 6 pages.
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