d-dimer as a Prognostic Biomarker for Mortality in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Exacerbation

Elevated d-dimer is a reliable prognostic marker for both short-term and long-term survival in patients admitted for AECOPD. Prospective studies are required to further establish the appropriate role of d-dimer as a prognostic biomarker in patients with COPD.