Judith Brock

Jan 1, 2024 | openres.ersjournals.com | Judith Brock |Frank C. Sciurba |Gerard J. Criner |Felix J. F. Herth

IntroductionCOPD remains a major healthcare issue with a global impact, currently being the fourth leading cause of death worldwide [1]. The high impact of morbidity and mortality associated with COPD includes a significant economic burden, with COPD accounting for >50% of the direct costs of respiratory disease, and an impact on productivity at work and home.