Quantitative CT helps identify COPD patients at risk for exacerbations

Researchers report that a computerized form of radiology, known as quantitative CT, can offer valuable prognostic information about patients with Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. The findings indicate that quantitative CT scans can help identify patients at greater risk for damaging exacerbations of their disease. They also help identify distinct phenotypes among the COPD patient population, who could benefit from individualized, targeted management of their disease.

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