American journal of respiratory and critical care medicine
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Am. J. Respir. Crit. Care Med.
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Am. J. Respir. Crit. Care Med. · Feb 2025
Respiratory Exacerbations and Lung Function Decline in People with Smoking History and Normal Spirometry.
The impact of respiratory exacerbation on chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is well established. The effects of respiratory exacerbations in people with cigarette smoking but normal spirometry are unknown. ⋯ Respiratory exacerbations in people with cigarette smoking but normal spirometry were associated lung function decline. Experiencing a severe respiratory exacerbation was associated with increased mortality.