Transitions Between COPD Groups: A Cross-sectional Study in Turkey

Introduction: Since GOLD 2017 separates spirometry results from ‘ABCD’ groups, there have been some changes to the stages of COPD patients. Our aim was to investigate the shifts in COPD groups after GOLD 2017.Methods: COPD patients from outpatient clinics of 3 hospitals in Turkey were stratified into old and new ABCD groups according to exacerbation history, mMRC evaluation and spirometry results for both GOLD 2011 and 2017 assessments. Treatment protocols were also evaluated if they were suitable for both classifications.

Source: Respiratory Medicine - January 21, 2021 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: P.A. Turan, O. Turan, F. G üldaval, C. Anar, G. Polat, M. Buyuksirin Tags: Original Research Source Type: research