Airflow Limitation and Airway Dimensions in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

2006409 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Masaru Hasegawa · Hokkaido University

Yasuyuki Nasuhara · Hokkaido University

Yuya Onodera · Hokkaido University

Hironi Makita · Hokkaido University

Katsura Nagai · Hokkaido University

Satoshi Fuke · Hokkaido University

Yoko Ito ·

Abstract

We are the first to use three-dimensional computed tomography to demonstrate that airflow limitation in COPD is more closely related to the dimensions of the distal (small) airways than proximal (large) airways.

Topics & Keywords

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Research Tracheal and airway disorders Pleural and Pulmonary Diseases

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine

Volume 173, Issue 12, pp. 1309-1315

DOI: 10.1164/rccm.200601-037oc

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