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10th Edition of World Congress on Infectious Diseases

June 25-27, 2026 | Barcelona, Spain

June 25 -27, 2026 | Barcelona, Spain

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive respiratory condition characterized by persistent airflow limitation, primarily associated with chronic bronchitis and emphysema. The main contributors to COPD are long-term exposure to harmful gases or particulate matter, most commonly from cigarette smoke. The condition often manifests after years of exposure, with symptoms including cough, wheezing, and shortness of breath. COPD significantly impacts lung function, causing a gradual decline in respiratory capacity. This decline results in impaired airflow and difficulty exhaling, leading to increased breathlessness over time. The disease has a profound impact on daily life, affecting activities such as walking, climbing stairs, and even routine tasks like dressing and eating. Management of COPD involves a multidisciplinary approach, including smoking cessation, bronchodilator medications, and pulmonary rehabilitation. In severe cases, supplemental oxygen therapy or surgical interventions like lung transplantation may be considered. COPD's socio-economic burden is substantial, with a significant impact on healthcare resources due to hospitalizations and outpatient care. Public health efforts focus on prevention through smoking cessation programs, air quality improvement, and early detection through spirometry testing. These measures aim to reduce the incidence of COPD, enhance patient outcomes, and alleviate the economic burden associated with this debilitating respiratory condition.

Committee Members
Speaker at Infectious Diseases Conferences - Ranjan Ramasamy

Ranjan Ramasamy

IDFISH Technology, United States
Speaker at Infectious Diseases Conferences - Saurabh Chattopadhyay

Saurabh Chattopadhyay

University of Kentucky College of Medicine, United States
Speaker at Infection Conferences - Yazdan Mirzanejad

Yazdan Mirzanejad

University of British Columbia, Canada
Infection 2026 Speakers
Speaker at Infection Conference - Michele Mishto

Michele Mishto

Francis Crick Institute, United Kingdom
Speaker at Infection Conferences - Seki Masafumi

Seki Masafumi

Saitama Medical University International Medical Center, Japan
Speaker at Infectious Diseases Conference - Chukwuemeka Iloegbu

Chukwuemeka Iloegbu

NYU/Emarin, United States
Speaker at Infection Conference - Stephanie Maltais

Stephanie Maltais

University of Montreal, Canada
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