Real-life evaluation of COPD treatment in a Bulgarian population: a 1-year prospective, observational, noninterventional study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

This was the first study designed to prospectively evaluate treatment patterns in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and the degree of adherence with the Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) strategy recommendations in routine clinical practice in Bulgaria.

Methods

The study was conducted in an outpatient setting and enrolled patients of both genders, aged >40 years, who were diagnosed with COPD (as per GOLD 2013). Evaluations were performed at baseline and at 6- and 12-month visits.

Results

Of the 811 enrolled patients, 719 were assessed and completed the 12-month observation period. Overall, a substantial number of patients experienced moderate airflow limitation (~49% patients, GOLD 2 as per GOLD 2013; mean postbronch

SUBMITTER: Ivanov Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5826204 | biostudies-literature | 2018

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature