Publications by authors named "Georgios Krommidas"
Background: Various systemic inflammatory markers have been evaluated for their value in acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Leptin and adiponectin have been linked to acute exacerbations and stable COPD.
Objectives: To assess plasma leptin, adiponectin and their ratio in acute exacerbations of COPD and to study possible associations with inflammatory biomarkers.