Schweizerische Rundschau für Medizin Praxis = Revue suisse de médecine Praxis
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Schweiz. Rundsch. Med. Prax. · May 1993
[Continuous home oxygen therapy in chronic obstructive bronchopneumopathy].
Long-term oxygen therapy (LTOT) has a significant effect on the survival of patients with chronic obstructive bronchitis and/or emphysema (COPD). The rationale for this therapy is based on prevention of the increase in pulmonary arterial tension resulting from chronic hypoxia. ⋯ Indication for LTOT depends on precise criteria. Information to the patients and to the medical community is essential for the success of this therapy.