Impact of COVID-19 on Hospital Admissions for COPD Exacerbation: Lessons for Future Care.

ABSTRACT: Background and Objectives: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a leading cause of death worldwide. Acute exacerbations (AECOPD) are common and often triggered by viral infection. During the COVID-19 pandemic social restrictions, including 'shielding' and 'lockdowns', were mandated. Multiple, worldwide studies report a reduction in AECOPD admissions during this period. This study aims to assess the effect of the pandemic and Lockdown on the rates of admission with AECOPD and severity of hospitalised exacerbations in the North-East of England. Materials and Methods: Data were extracted for patients presenting with a diagnosis of AECOPD or respiratory failure secondary to AECOPD during the 'COVID-19 period' (26/3/20-31/12/20) and a date-matched control period from the year previou

SUBMITTER: Lawless M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8778793 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature