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Abstract
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a prevalent and progressive lung condition imposing significant burdens on global healthcare systems. Despite advancements, understanding the nuanced clinical trajectories of COPD remains crucial for personalized management. This study investigates the clinical and evolutionary profiles of COPD patients to delineate critical factors influencing disease progression and treatment response. Data from 154 patients diagnosed with COPD at the Emergency County Clinical Hospital in Galați, Romania, between 2021-2022, were retrospectively analyzed. The study explores demographic distributions, severity of airflow limitation, treatment responses, and socioeconomic factors. Results indicate a male preponderance (68.8%) and higher prevalence in urban areas (51.9%). Patients over 65 years old constitute the majority (64.3%), emphasizing the disease’s association with aging. The study underscores the need for tailored therapeutic interventions and highlights the importance of socioeconomic factors in COPD management. Understanding these complexities is pivotal for developing personalized treatment strategies to enhance patient outcomes and quality of life.
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1 Emergency Hospital for Children St. Ioan, Galați
2 Emergency Hospital for Children St. Ioan, Galați; Dunărea de Jos University Faculty of Medicine, Galați
3 Emergency County Hospital St. Ap. Andrei, Galați
4 Department of Morphological and Functional Sciences, Dunărea de Jos University, Galați
5 Medical Department, Faculty of Medicine , Dunărea de Jos University, Galați
6 Dunărea de Jos University Faculty of Medicine, Galați
7 Dunărea de Jos University Faculty of Medicine, Galați; Emergency County Hospital St. Ap. Andrei, Galați