Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Research from University of Sheffield yields new findings on chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Published in Respiratory Therapeutics Week, February 22nd, 2010

According to recent research from Sheffield, the United Kingdom, "Prognosis in COPD is poor and many patients perceive shortcomings in the education they receive about aspects of their condition. This study explores the experiences of patients with COPD, particularly fears surrounding death and dying."

"Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 21 patients with moderate or severe COPD," wrote C. Gardiner and colleagues, University of Sheffield.

The researchers concluded: "Revealed that patient understanding of COPD was poor, most patients were unaware of the progressive nature of the condition, and few were aware they could die of COPD. Despite...

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Source: Respiratory Therapeutics Week (2010-02-22)

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