Heart attack risk doubles after COPD exacerbation, study finds

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Heart attack risk doubles after COPD exacerbation, study finds

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Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who experience an exacerbation have an increased risk for both myocardial infarctions (MI) and ischemic stroke, according to a new study.

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Tags: Heart, Heart Disease, Heart Attack, Ischemic Stroke, COPD, Thrombotic Event, Disease and Condition, Pulmonology

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