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May 2018
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#16 Steroids in COPD: Mind the Gap Segme...

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Let’s take your breath away… with a review on steroids in treating COPD exacerbations! Time Stamps * How does GOLD (Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease) define a COPD exacerbation? (2:44) * What outcomes do steroids actually improve in treating a COPD exacerbation? (5:08) * What is the evidence behind a 5 day steroid “burst”? (7:20) * Are ... Show More
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