Development of a clinical prediction model for falls in individuals with COPD.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is linked to an increased risk of falls, however, there is no accurate method for predicting falls in this population. This study aimed to develop and internally validate a clinical prediction model for falls in individuals with COPD.

Methods

A secondary analysis was conducted using data from a recent fall prevention trial. Participants with COPD who reported a 12-month history of falls, concerns with balance or recent near falls were tracked for falls over 12 months prospectively. Baseline data included demographics and measures of balance, mobility and health status. A predictive model was developed using backward-selected multivariate logistic regression with fall status (no falls versus ≥1 fall) as the dependent var

SUBMITTER: Nguyen KT 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12742129 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature