Program Overview
- As chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) becomes more prevalent and associated mortality rates continue to rise, the need for better treatment options and different delivery systems is high. This podcast will provide the most current information regarding diagnostic tools and treatment opportunities. Presenters will also review advanced studies and ideas for future treatments and other pharmacologic options.
Educational Objectives
- Evaluate new diagnostic tools and treatment options.
- Evaluate and discuss future COPD treatment options and studies.
- Compare and contrast different delivery systems in COPD.
Needs Statement
- The overall approach to managing stable COPD should be characterized by an increase in treatment, depending on the severity of the disease and the clinical status of the patient. The podcast will provide the most current information regarding diagnostic tools and treatment opportunities.
Video Summary
- Pharmacotherapy for COPD has traditionally been directed at symptom relief. Recent data demonstrate the potential for reducing exacerbations, and current research and therapy must now consider a variety of mid- and long-term outcomes. Increased knowledge about the mechanisms of COPD has led to new applications of old drugs and to novel therapies directed at new targets in the pathophysiologic cascade.
Faculty Disclaimer
- Stephen C. Lazarus, MD
NHLBI Asthma Clinical Research Network
NHLBI COPD Clinical Research Network - Stephen C. Lazarus has disclosed that he may be discussing information about a product/procedure/technique that is considered research and is not yet approved for any purpose: Potential new B-agonist, anti-cholmergics, PDE4 inhalers, anti-oxidants, anti-cytokiues, protease inhibitors, HDAE activators
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