Seasonal variations in objectively assessed physical activity among people with COPD in two Nordic countries and Australia: a cross-sectional study.

Seasons and weather conditions might influence participation in physical activity and contribute to differences between countries. This study aimed at investigating whether there were differences in physical activity levels between Norwegian, Danish and Australian people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and establishing if any variations in physical activity were attributable to seasons. A cross-sectional study where study subjects were people with COPD who participated in two separate clinical trials: the iTrain study (Norway, Denmark, and Australia) and the HomeBase study (Australia).

Long-term integrated telerehabilitation of COPD Patients: a multicentre randomised controlled trial (iTrain).

Background: Pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) is an effective intervention for the management of people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). However, available resources are often limited, and many patients bear with poor availability of programmes. Sustaining PR benefits and regular exercise over the long term is difficult without any exercise maintenance strategy.

COPD in primary lung cancer patients: prevalence and mortality.

Background: Previous studies have relied on international spirometry criteria to diagnose COPD in patients with lung cancer without considering the effect lung cancer might have on spirometric results. The aim of this study was to examine the prevalence of COPD and emphysema at the time of primary lung cancer diagnosis and to examine factors associated with survival.

Materials And Methods: Medical records, pulmonary function tests, and computed tomography scans were used to determine the presence of COPD and emphysema in patients diagnosed with primary lung cancer at the University Hospital of North Norway in 2008-2010.

Adherence and factors affecting satisfaction in long-term telerehabilitation for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a mixed methods study.

Background: Telemedicine may increase accessibility to pulmonary rehabilitation in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), thus enhancing long-term exercise maintenance. We aimed to explore COPD patients' adherence and experiences in long-term telerehabilitation to understand factors affecting satisfaction and potential for service improvements.

Methods: A two-year pilot study with 10 patients with COPD was conducted.

Long-term exercise maintenance in COPD via telerehabilitation: a two-year pilot study.

Introduction Pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) is an integral part of the management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). However, many patients do not access or complete PR, and long-term exercise maintenance has been difficult to achieve after PR. This study aimed to investigate feasibility, long-term exercise maintenance, clinical effects, quality of life and use of hospital resources of a telerehabilitation intervention.

Comprehensive pulmonary rehabilitation in home-based online groups: a mixed method pilot study in COPD.

Background: Comprehensive multidisciplinary pulmonary rehabilitation is vital in the management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and is considered for any stage of the disease. Rehabilitation programmes are often centre-based and organised in groups. However, the distance from the patient's home to the centre and lack of transportation may hinder participation.

Retrospective survival in elderly COPD patients receiving pulmonary rehabilitation; a study including maintenance rehabilitation.

Background: The aim of this study was to examine retrospective survival in elderly chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients receiving three different pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) programs.

Results: 193 patients [m / f 92 / 101, mean age 69.2 (standard deviation 8.

Long-term telerehabilitation of COPD patients in their homes: interim results from a pilot study in Northern Norway.

We investigated the feasibility of a long-term telerehabilitation service for COPD patients comprising exercise training at home, telemonitoring and education/self-management. The service was offered as a 2-year follow-up programme by a physiotherapist. Equipment included a treadmill, a pulse oximeter and a tablet computer.

Internet-enabled pulmonary rehabilitation and diabetes education in group settings at home: a preliminary study of patient acceptability.

Background: The prevalence of major chronic illnesses, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and diabetes, is increasing. Pulmonary rehabilitation and diabetes self-management education are important in the management of COPD and diabetes respectively. However, not everyone can participate in the programmes offered at a hospital or other central locations, for reasons such as travel and transport.

Predictors of oxygen saturation ≤95% in a cross-sectional population based survey.

Background: Pulse oximetry has become an important tool in evaluating, and monitoring pulmonary diseases, but the knowledge about arterial oxygen saturation (SpO(2)) values in a general population is limited. The aim of this study was to describe the distribution of low pulse oximetry values in a general adult population and their association with certain predictors.

Methods: A cross-sectional population based survey was performed in Tromsø, Norway, in 2007-2008.

Severe nocturnal hypoxaemia in geriatric inpatients.

Background: oxygen levels are decreased in older people especially in the supine position, and during sleep. Geriatric inpatients often suffer from stroke and heart disease. Respiratory control may be substantially affected.

[Rehabilitation of patients with chronic obstructive lung disease].

Background: Pulmonary rehabilitation is well established and is increasingly prescribed as part of the treatment for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Method: Relevant scientific literature and our own clinical experience is presented.

Interpretation: The essential elements of rehabilitation include a multidisciplinary approach; focus on the individual patient; and emphasis on emotional, social, and physical health aspects.

Pancreatic polypeptide is increased in patients with advanced malignant disease.

Background: Augmented secretion of pancreatic polypeptide (PP) has been demonstrated in patients with severe systemic diseases or endocrine tumors. The aim of this study was to evaluate PP and autonomic neuropathy in patients with advanced malignant disease.

Materials And Methods: Basal PP assessments and five cardiovascular tests for autonomic function were used.