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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Anesthesia Implications

Clinically reviewed by anesthesia providers · Updated

Avoid HypoxiaBronchospasm riskReactive Airway

Pathophysiology

This disease is characterized by the gradual loss of alveolar tissue and obstruction of airflow. COPD is irreversible. Bronchiolar and alveolar tissue destruction results in reduced elastic recoil...

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