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From: Prognostic marker for severe acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: analysis of diffusing capacity of the lung for carbon monoxide (DLCO) and forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1)

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Prognosis analysis for severe AECOPD according to DLCO classification. a Length of hospital stay (days), b mortality in hospital, c mechanical ventilation, and d intensive care unit. AECOPD, acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; DLCO, diffusing capacity of the lung for carbon monoxide

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