Author Description

The authors review the differential diagnosis, pathogenesis, and clinical management of COPD, plus specific treatment regimens, treatment of acute exacerbations, goals of therapy, prognosis, nonpharmacologic management, and smoking cessation. The text focuses on pharmacologic treatment of COPD, reviewing results of major clinical trials for COPD medication agents. Segments discuss pertinent clinical issues encountered in the management of COPD and review and critique relevant consensus statements and guidelines on treatment.