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Physical activity in COPD patients decreases short-acting bronchodilator use and the number of exacerbations

Authors: Katajisto M, Koskela J, Lindqvist A, Kilpelainen M, Laitinen T

Publisher: W B SAUNDERS CO LTD

Publication year: 2015

Journal: Respiratory Medicine

Journal name in source: RESPIRATORY MEDICINE

Journal acronym: RESP MED

Volume: 109

Issue: 10

First page : 1320

Last page: 1325

Number of pages: 6

ISSN: 0954-6111

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rmed.2015.08.001

Abstract

Conclusion: Physical inactivity in COPD was not associated with poorer use of maintenance therapies. In contrast, inactivity was independently associated with the number of exacerbations measured by hospital admissions and the use of OCS and short-acting symptom-relieving medications. (C) 2015 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.