Publications by authors named "John Abisheganadan"
Article Synopsis
- The study highlights the increasing prevalence and burden of COPD in the Asia-Pacific region, emphasizing the need for enhanced research to raise awareness, formulate national health policies, and allocate healthcare resources effectively.
- Data was collected from 1991 to 2004, analyzing COPD mortality and hospitalization rates using national statistics from various countries, revealing significant variations between regions and genders.
- The findings indicate high mortality and morbidity rates across the region, with trends showing differing changes over time likely influenced by varying smoking habits and health profiles across different countries.
