The utility of quantitative computed tomography in cohort studies of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a narrative review.

ABSTRACT: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a significant contributor to global morbidity and mortality. Quantitative computed tomography (QCT), a non-invasive imaging modality, offers the potential to assess lung structure and function in COPD patients. Amidst the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, chest computed tomography (CT) scans have emerged as a viable alternative for assessing pulmonary function (e.g., spirometry), minimizing the risk of aerosolized virus transmission. However, the clinical application of QCT measurements is not yet widespread enough, necessitating broader validation to determine its usefulness in COPD management. We conducted a search in the PubMed database in English from January 1, 2013 to April 20, 2023, using keywords and controlled vocabulary

SUBMITTER: Dai Q 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10636446 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature