Effects of Altitude on Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Patients: Risks and Care
Air travel and altitude stays have become increasingly frequent within the overall population but also in patients suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which is the most common respiratory disease worldwide. While altitude is well tolerated by most individuals, COPD patients...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-08-01
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| Series: | Life |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2075-1729/11/8/798 |