The effect of emphysema on readmission and survival among smokers with heart failure
The effect of emphysema on readmission and survival among smokers with heart failure
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United States: Public Library of Science
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English
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United States: Public Library of Science
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Heart Failure (HF) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are morbid diseases that often coexist. In patients with coexisting disease, COPD is an independent risk factor for readmission and mortality. However, spirometry is often inaccurate in those with active heart failure. Therefore, we investigated the association between the presence...
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The effect of emphysema on readmission and survival among smokers with heart failure
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TN_cdi_plos_journals_2079927939
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https://devfeature-collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/TN_cdi_plos_journals_2079927939
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1932-6203
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1932-6203
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10.1371/journal.pone.0201376
