Levels of immunoglobulin isotypes in serum and respiratory samples of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis
Introduction Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is an inflammatory respiratory disorder characterised by the progressive worsening of lung function. Acute exacerbation of COPD (AECOPD) is a leading contributor to patient morbidity, mortality and hospitalisations. The clinical significance...
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Language: | English |
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BMJ Publishing Group
2023-02-01
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Series: | BMJ Open |
Online Access: | https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/13/2/e064307.full |