International Journal of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Overview
The International Journal of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease is a peer-reviewed medical journal that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It publishes original research, clinical trials, and reviews to provide healthcare professionals with up-to-date information on COPD, including its pathophysiology, epidemiology, and therapeutic interventions. The journal aims to improve patient outcomes and enhance the understanding of COPD among researchers, clinicians, and policymakers worldwide.
Details
Details
Abbr.
Int J Chron Obstruct Pulmon Dis
Publisher
Dove Medical Press
Start
2006
End
Continuing
Frequency
Quarterly
p-ISSN
1176-9106
e-ISSN
1178-2005
Country
New Zealand
Language
English
Specialty
Pulmonary Medicine
Metrics
Metrics
h-index / Ranks: 3798
88
SJR / Ranks: 4110
954
CiteScore / Ranks: 5372
4.80
JIF / Ranks: 3791
2.8
Recent Articles
1.
Ji J, Zhao Q, Yuan J, Yuan Z, Gao N
Int J Chron Obstruct Pulmon Dis
. 2025 Mar;
20:601-610.
PMID: 40078930
Background: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic inflammatory lung disease with high morbidity and mortality worldwide. Observational studies have shown correlations between common extrapulmonary comorbidities and COPD, but...
2.
Zheng Y, Wang Y, Li J, Zheng S, Zhang L, Li Q, et al.
Int J Chron Obstruct Pulmon Dis
. 2025 Mar;
20:551-564.
PMID: 40078929
Background: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has emerged as a very consequential issue threatening human life and health; therefore, research on its pathogenesis is urgently needed. A prior investigation discovered...
3.
Requena G, Camidge L, Ford A, Yarita M, Hashimoto K, Jennison T, et al.
Int J Chron Obstruct Pulmon Dis
. 2025 Mar;
20:565-580.
PMID: 40078928
Purpose: Following the relatively recent introduction of single-inhaler triple therapies in Japan, this study compared the effectiveness of switching from multiple-inhaler triple therapy (MITT) to once-daily fluticasone furoate/umeclidinium/vilanterol (FF/UMEC/VI) by...
4.
Jing X, Li Y
Int J Chron Obstruct Pulmon Dis
. 2025 Mar;
20:581-600.
PMID: 40078927
Purpose: The miR-125a-5p has been reported influence the development of lung cancer, however, the link between it and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is still not well understood. Hence, this...
5.
Razia D, Gao C, Wang C, An Y, Wang F, Liu L, et al.
Int J Chron Obstruct Pulmon Dis
. 2025 Mar;
20:511-532.
PMID: 40066199
COPD is a multifactorial illness characterized by a long-term restriction of airflow and an inflammatory reaction in the lungs. The associated emphysema leads to the breakdown of alveolar proteins and...
6.
Schramm G, Wollmer P, Piitulainen E, Zaigham S, Tanash H
Int J Chron Obstruct Pulmon Dis
. 2025 Mar;
20:539-549.
PMID: 40066198
Background: Severe alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency (AATD) is a known risk factor for early development of emphysema and COPD. By the Swedish national screening program within the years 1972-74 a cohort of...
7.
Ellis J, Gilworth G, Morgan T, Harris K, King N, White P
Int J Chron Obstruct Pulmon Dis
. 2025 Mar;
20:533-538.
PMID: 40060921
Background: Recent evidence suggests that remote pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) meeting international criteria may be as effective as traditional in-person PR. During social distancing associated with COVID-19, in-person PR services were...
8.
Chen X, Wang Q, Gong M, Wu Y, Huang X, Ye F, et al.
Int J Chron Obstruct Pulmon Dis
. 2025 Mar;
20:497-509.
PMID: 40060920
Introduction: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a chronic inflammatory disorder characterized by irreversible airflow limitation and systemic immune impacts. COPD patients demonstrate an increased susceptibility to sepsis and septic...
9.
Zhang J
Int J Chron Obstruct Pulmon Dis
. 2025 Mar;
20:487-496.
PMID: 40046826
Aim: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive respiratory condition characterized by airflow limitation, which often leads to malnutrition and reduced quality of life. This study aims to evaluate...
10.
DAntonio S, Pennisi A, Cazzola M
Int J Chron Obstruct Pulmon Dis
. 2025 Mar;
20:479-486.
PMID: 40046825
Introduction: The Italian COPD Patient Association (Associazione Pazienti BPCO) conducted an online survey among its 2814 members with COPD to investigate the reasons for the widespread use of mucolytic therapies...