Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is one of the leading and rising causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide. The most important etiopathogenetic agent is smoking. However, air-pollution probably also plays a crucial role in the disease development, progression and exacerbations. The multimodal-telemedicine approach may provide a useful tool in the patient follow-up with the aim to reduce disease exacerbation rate and improve the health-related quality of life. The study aims to investigate the effects and utility of advanced telemonitoring in elderly COPD patients. All data will be integrated in a single web-based platform in order to analyse the mutual effects of different conditions and variables.

Inclusion Criteria:

• COPD
• ≥ 60 years of age
• Informed written and verbal consent
• Ability to participate in study activities

Exclusion Criteria:

• Active smoking
• Respiratory failure requiring oxygenotherapy or ventilation support
• Severe psychological disturbances
• Absence of collaboration (informed consent)
• Other comorbid pulmonary disease
• Symptomatic heart failure
• Motor neuron diseases (e.g. amyotrophic lateral sclerosis etc.)

Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.