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PMID: 20369108 Owner: NLM Status: In-Process |
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BACKGROUND: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common condition characterised by breathlessness, cough and sputum production. However these are nonspecific, common symptoms which may be misattributed; resulting in a possible underdiagnosis of COPD. OBJECTIVE: To outline the current views on COPD diagnosis and management with a focus on the role of the general practitioner. DISCUSSION: An initial important step is to consider and confirm the diagnosis of COPD. Management of COPD focuses on optimising function, preventing deterioration, developing support networks and self management, and managing exacerbations. |
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Julia Walters |
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Type: Journal Article |
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Title: Australian family physician Volume: 39 ISSN: 0300-8495 ISO Abbreviation: Aust Fam Physician Publication Date: 2010 Mar |
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Created Date: 2010-04-06 Completed Date: - Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 0326701 Medline TA: Aust Fam Physician Country: Australia |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 100-3 Citation Subset: IM |
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BM, BCh, PhD, is a Research Fellow holding a NHMRC Primary Health Care Fellowship, Clinical School, Menzies Research Institute, University of Tasmania. |
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