Which Factors Affect Voice-Related Quality of Life in COPD? - AJMC.com Managed Markets Network

Certain characteristics of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including dysphagia risk factors and peak expiratory flow measures, play a role in lowering patients’ voice-related quality of life, according to a recent study.

Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) experienced lower voice-related quality of life (VRQOL) as a result of their disease, as measured by their risk of dysphagia and changes in … [+3848 chars]

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