Diagnosis of COPD in patients with multidrug-resistant tuberculosis

Conclusion: COPD in MDR-TB patients has been recognized very rare and only in advanced stages. Early diagnosis of COPD is only possible with regular lung function testing. ABCD classification is not appropriate for this category of patients due to inadequate assessment of their condition by patients.
Source: European Respiratory Journal - Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Tags: Clinical Problems Source Type: research