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This lecture by Professor Zach Murphy will lecture on Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). We will discuss the following primary objectives:

1. Introduction to COPD
Understand the epidemiology and public health significance of COPD.
Familiarize yourself with the basic pathophysiology involving airflow obstruction and inflammation.

2. Types and Classification
Distinguish between the two main types of COPD: Chronic Bronchitis and Emphysema.
Learn about the GOLD classification system and how it integrates spirometry, symptoms like mMRC scores, and exacerbation history for classification.

3. Clinical Manifestations
Recognize the hallmark symptoms of COPD, such as dyspnea, chronic cough, and sputum production.
Learn how to utilize the mMRC Dyspnea Scale to assess symptom severity and guide management.

4. Diagnostic Criteria and Tools
Become proficient in interpreting spirometry results, particularly the FEV1/FVC ratio.
Understand how the mMRC scale and spirometry contribute to diagnosing and staging COPD.
Examine the role of imaging studies like chest Xrays and CT scans.

5. Management Strategies
Gain insights into pharmacologic treatments, including bronchodilators and antiinflammatory agents.
Understand how mMRC scores can influence treatment choices, such as the initiation of pulmonary rehabilitation or longacting bronchodilators.

6. Acute Exacerbations of COPD
Learn about managing acute exacerbations, including using corticosteroids, antibiotics, and hospitalization criteria.
Discuss how frequent exacerbations, as indicated by a high mMRC score, may require modifications in treatment strategies.

7. Complications and Comorbidities
Discuss complications like respiratory failure, pneumonia, and cardiovascular diseases.
Understand the significance of managing comorbidities such as depression and osteoporosis in COPD patients.

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Table of Contents:
0:00 Lab
0:07 COPD Introduction
0:33 Chronic Bronchitis History & Physical Exam Findings
1:51 Pathophysiology | Chronic Bronchitis
8:16 Emphysema History & Physical Exam Findings
10:21 Pathophysiology | Emphysema
18:27 Complications | Pneumonia
20:22 Complications | Respiratory Failure
24:55 Complications | Cor Pulmonale
27:42 Complications | Polycythemia
33:17 Complications | Pneumothorax
35:02 Diagnostic Approach
38:54 Treatment
46:01 Comment, Like, SUBSCRIBE!

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