Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5955719 | Chest | 2013 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
Percent emphysema was associated with smaller RV volumes and lower mass. The relationship of emphysema to cardiac function is complex but likely involves increased pulmonary vascular resistance, predominantly with reduced cardiac output, pulmonary hyperinflation, and accelerated cardiopulmonary aging.
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Authors
Maria MD, PhD, MPH, R. Graham MD, DrPH, Joao A. MD, Eric A. PhD, David A. MD, PhD, J. Jeffrey MD, Harjit MD, PhD, Paul L MD, Aditya MD, Martin R. MD, PhD, Steven M. MD, FCCP,