Chronic Bronchial Infection Is Associated with More Rapid Lung Function Decline in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
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Rationale: Some patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) suffer accelerated lung function (forced expiratory volume in 1 second [FEV1]) decline over time. Objectives: To investigate the relationship between chronic bronchial infection (CBI) a... ...