A mRNA panel for differentiation between acute exacerbation or pneumonia in COPD patients

IntroductionPatients suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are prone to acute exacerbations (AECOPD) or community acquired pneumonia (CAP), both posing severe risk of morbidity and mortality. There is no available biomarker that correctly separates AECOPD from COPD. However, be...

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Main Authors: Wilhelm Bertrams, Jochen Wilhelm, Pia-Marie Veeger, Carolina Hanko, Kristina auf dem Brinke, Björn Klabunde, Hendrik Pott, Barbara Weckler, Timm Greulich, Claus F. Vogelmeier, Bernd Schmeck
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Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2024-03-01
Series:Frontiers in Medicine
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fmed.2024.1234068/full