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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Definition:

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common, preventable, and treatable disease. It is characterized by persistent airflow limitation that is usually progressive and associated with an enhanced chronic in[1]flammatory response in the airways and the lung to noxious particles or gases.

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