The use of multiple inhalation devices for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease : a study of older patients in primary care

Background: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a long term condition characterised by progressive narrowing of the airways and premature ageing of the lungs. By 2020, it is estimated to be the third biggest cause of death in the UK, after heart disease and stroke. COPD imposes a large f...

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Main Author: Alhomoud, F.
Published: University College London (University of London) 2014
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Online Access:http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.631936