Publications by authors named "Ricardo J Gene"
Medicina (B Aires)
February 2004
Article Synopsis
- The text highlights a comprehensive update on Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) since 1994, focusing on its diagnosis, prevention, and treatment guidelines.
- It emphasizes the importance of early diagnosis through functional testing like spirometry and stresses smoking cessation as the most crucial step in improving outcomes.
- The document also details both pharmacological treatments, such as inhaled bronchodilators and corticosteroids, and non-pharmacological approaches, including surgery, rehabilitation, and public education to enhance patient care and management.
