Physical, Psychological, and Social Factors Associated with Exacerbation-Related Hospitalization in Patients with COPD.

ABSTRACT: Exacerbation(s) of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (eCOPD) entail important events describing an acute deterioration of respiratory symptoms. Changes in medication and/or hospitalization are needed to gain control over the event. However, an exacerbation leading to hospitalization is associated with a worse prognosis for the patient. The objective of this study is to explore factors that could predict the probability of an eCOPD-related hospitalization. Data from 128 patients with COPD included in a prospective, longitudinal study were used. At baseline, physical, emotional, and social status of the patients were assessed. Moreover, hospital admission during a one year follow-up was captured. Different models were made based on univariate analysis, literature, and practice. These mod

SUBMITTER: Crutsen MRC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7141103 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature