What Influences Patient Outcome in Obstructive Airway Disease?

Beta-Blockers Reduce Mortality and Exacerbations When Added to Stepwise Inhaled Therapy for COPD Without Adverse Effects on Lung Function.

The aim of this observational study is to utilise the established record linkage data available in Tayside to investigate hospital admissions, exacerbations and mortality in COPD.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Data collected through TARDIS database

Exclusion Criteria:

• History of asthma or malignancy. Less than 50 years of age