The prognostic value of hypophosphatemia in acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Background: Phosphorus (P) is an important electrolyte that plays a significant role in different physiological processes especially muscle contraction and adenosine triphosphate (ATP) high energy bonds. Low phosphorus level in blood may increase the exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary dis...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Wolters Kluwer
2017-08-01
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| Series: | Egyptian Journal of Critical Care Medicine |
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| Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2090730317300208 |