The study rigorously tested the hypothesis that statin drugs may be beneficial to persons with COPD because of the drugs» purported anti-inflammatory effect. (sciencedaily.com)
The new telemedicine system was tested for three months, among a group of COPD patients — a chronic lung disease. (sciencedaily.com)
Given the importance of providing psychological and psychosocial support for COPD patients in order to maximise the effect of rehabilitation on quality of life, future research needs to investigate alternative models of support to supplement the exercise and education that is currently offered routinely by all pulmonary rehabilitation clinics studied here. (beyondblue.org.au)