Impact of COVID-19 on Hospital Admissions for COPD Exacerbation: Lessons for Future Care

<i>Background and Objectives:</i> Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a leading cause of death worldwide. Acute exacerbations (AECOPD) are common and often triggered by viral infection. During the COVID-19 pandemic social restrictions, including ‘shielding’ and ‘lockdowns’, w...

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Main Authors: Michael Lawless, Mark Burgess, Stephen Bourke
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-01-01
Series:Medicina
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1648-9144/58/1/66