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Review Meta Analysis
Is Quadriceps Endurance Reduced in COPD?: A Systematic Review.
Although the aerobic profile of the quadriceps muscle is reduced in COPD, there is conflicting evidence regarding whether this leads to reduced quadriceps muscle endurance. We, therefore, performed a systematic review of studies comparing quadriceps endurance in individuals with COPD with that in healthy control subjects. ⋯ Quadriceps endurance is reduced in individuals with COPD compared with healthy control subjects, independent of the type of task performed.
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Review Meta Analysis
Sarcoidosis and cancer risk: systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies.
An increased cancer risk in patients with sarcoidosis has been suggested, although results are conflicting in a number of case-control and cohort studies. We conducted a systematic review of all available data and performed a meta-analysis to better define and quantify the association between sarcoidosis and cancer. ⋯ The present meta-analysis suggests a significant, though moderate, association between sarcoidosis and malignancy.
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Family-based psychosocial support and education as part of pulmonary rehabilitation in COPD: a randomized controlled trial.
Involving family as part of the patient's rehabilitation plan of care might enhance the management of COPD. The primary aim of this study was to investigate the impact of a family-based pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) program on patients and family members' coping strategies to manage COPD. ⋯ This research supports family-based PR programs to enhance coping and psychosocial adjustment to illness of the family system.