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Lead
Thammasat University
This is a cross-sectional study in COPD patients. COPD patients aged 40 years or older were included. Handgrip strength test and impulse oscillometry will be tested in each patient. Handgrip strength will be measured using a hand dynamometer. Small airway disease will be assessed using IOS.
Age
40–any
Sex
ALL
Healthy volunteers
Not accepted
You may be eligible if
COPD patients aged 40 years or older
Confirmed diagnosis by spirometry (post-bronchodilator FEV1/FVC \<0.7)
Smoking history 10 pack-years or more
You may not be if
COPD exacerbation within 3 months
Inability to perform handgrip strength test or impulse oscillometry
