| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2900920 | Chest | 2011 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Family history of COPD is a strong risk factor for COPD, independent of family history of smoking, personal lifetime smoking, or childhood ETS exposure. Although further studies are required to identify genetic variants that influence COPD susceptibility, clinicians should question all smokers, especially those with known or suspected COPD, regarding COPD family history.
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Authors
Craig P. MD, MPH, John E. PhD, MPH, David A. MB, George R. MD, Barry J. MD, James D. MD, Edwin K. MD, PhD, the COPDGene Investigators the COPDGene Investigators,