2022
DOI: 10.12688/f1000research.121783.1
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patients' quality of life and its related factors: A cross-sectional study of the Jordanian population

Abstract: Background: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is the third leading cause of death globally, mostly in low- and middle-income countries. It is estimated that 6.5% of Jordanians under 50 and 37.5% of those over 70 years of age are affected. The country's air pollution levels surpass recommended levels, increasing the disease incidence and burden on individuals and the health system. COPD is a long-term, severe, and exhausting condition. In Jordan, patients are highly dependent and frequent users of th… Show more

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“…At least 30% of subjects reported limitations in all areas of daily life activities 10 ) . Moreover, in Jordan, the perceived quality of life (QoL) among COPD patients was low with the lowest scores in the physical domain (which relates mainly to patients’ physical abilities to perform tasks) 11 ) .…”
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confidence: 99%
“…At least 30% of subjects reported limitations in all areas of daily life activities 10 ) . Moreover, in Jordan, the perceived quality of life (QoL) among COPD patients was low with the lowest scores in the physical domain (which relates mainly to patients’ physical abilities to perform tasks) 11 ) .…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%