Background Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a major public health
problem. The present study aims to provide a global and regional estimate of the prevalence …

Introduction and aims Workplace exposures are widely known to cause specific
occupational diseases such as silicosis and asbestosis, but they also can contribute …

Comorbidities are common in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients. This
study was conducted to determine the prevalence of common comorbidities in patients with …

Introduction Data on the distribution of the burden of diseases is vital for policymakers for the
appropriate allocation of resources. In this study, we report the geographical and time trends …

Abstract Background Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a complex
condition influenced by various lifestyle factors. Dietary patterns, physical activity, and sleep …

The aim of this study is to explore the strategies used by male patients with COPD to prevent
the exacerbation of the disease. This grounded theory study as a part of a more extensive …

Background: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) as one of the health-
threatening problems imposes many economic costs on health systems. Today, there is a …

Abstract Background and Aims Burdens of occupational exposure like insoluble dust
particles and chemicals in the respiratory tract leads to impaired clearance. This study aims …

Objectives: To comprehensively examine the burden of chronic obstructive pulmonary
disease (COPD) among Iranians aged 70 and above, with a focus on gender, age, and …

The aim of this review was to document the recently reported prevalence and risk factors for
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in the last ten years. A sco** review of …