Burden of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in Medicare beneficiaries residing in long-term care facilities.
The American Journal of Geriatric Pharmacotherapy（2009）
Abstract
Background: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. COPD increases health care resource utilization and spending and adversely affects quality of life. Data from the clinical and economic outcomes in Medicare beneficiaries with COPD who reside in long-term care (LTC) facilities are limited.
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Key words
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease,long-term care,burden,cost,hospitalization
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