Medicina clinica
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Letter Review Case Reports
Sarcoidosis associated with Interferon beta treatment.
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Observational Study
Airflow limitation in patients with heart failure: Prevalence and associated factors.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and heart failure (HF) are 2 diseases with high morbidity and mortality. The coexistence of these two diseases is estimated to be frequent, but has been poorly studied. ⋯ The prevalence of airflow limitation in patients with HF is high, with a significant degree of underdiagnosis. It seems reasonable to recommend performing a screening spirometry in these patients.