Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: Influence of Social Factors in Determining Length of Hospital Stay and Readmission Rates

Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: Influence of Social Factors in Determining Length of Hospital Stay and Readmission Rates

BACKGROUND: Acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (AECOPD) is the leading reason for hospitalization in Canada and a significant financial burden on hospital resources. Identifying factors that influence the time a patient spends in the hospital and readmission rates will allow...

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Main Authors: Alyson WM Wong, Wen Q Gan, Jane Burns, Don D Sin, Stephan F van Eeden
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2008-01-01
Series:Canadian Respiratory Journal
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2008/569496
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