Publications by authors named "Hyder-Ali Irfhan A B"

Background: Limited information exists regarding the pathophysiological interactions between osteoporosis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Objective: To study the association of Osteoprotegerin (OPG) and receptor activator of nuclear factor kappa-Β ligand (RANKL) in male COPD patients. Methods: An observational clinical study was conducted at Penang General Hospital in Malaysia.

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  • * A study was conducted to evaluate the costs associated with COPD management in Asia, the USA, and Europe using various academic databases to collect relevant data.
  • * Annual per patient costs differ widely, with the USA reporting the highest at over $10,000, while Asian countries show lower costs ranging from about $296 to $3,077; European costs vary as well, indicating that managing COPD more effectively could lower these expenses.
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