Abstract
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the third leading cause of death worldwide and is apoorly understood lung disease. It is accompanied by significant psychological co-morbidities (anxiety, depression, identity and body image disorders) which are under-diagnosed and have an impact on quality of life and the frequency of re-hospitalization. The management of COPD is multidisciplinary and its role isto prevent complications, relieve symptoms and slow the progression of the disease. Therapeutic education of the patient brings a real added value in this multidisciplinary management.
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