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The genetics of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Year: 2001

Type: article

Abstract: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a significant cause of global morbidity and mortality. Previous studies have shown that COPD aggregates in families, suggesting a genetic predisposition to airflow obstruction. Many candidate genes have been assessed, but the data are often conflicting. We review the genetic factors that predispose smokers to COPD and highlight the future role of genomic scans in identifying novel susceptibility genes.

Source: Respiratory Research

DOI: 10.1186/rr34

Authors: David A Lomas, Edwin K Silverman

Institutions: University of Cambridge, Wellcome Trust, Brigham and Women's Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Research

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,490