Association between body mass index and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in young individuals: a nationwide population‑based cohort study

Association between body mass index and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in young individuals: a nationwide population‑based cohort study

Abstract Body mass index (BMI) is associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) risk. We investigated the association between BMI and the risk of COPD among young individuals. Using the Korean National Health Information Database, we screened individuals aged 20–39 years who participa...

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Main Authors: Chiwook Chung, Hajeong Kim, Kyu Na Lee, Dong Wook Shin, Sei Won Lee, Kyungdo Han
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2024-12-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Subjects:
Body mass index
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Obesity
Underweight
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-83648-1
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