July 16, 2025HealthcareOpen Access

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Depression—The Vicious Mental Cycle

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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) frequently coexists with depression, worsening overall patient health.
Patients with COPD and depression face increased risks, including poorer quality of life and higher suicide rates.
The review analyzed clinical studies, identifying systemic inflammation and hypoxemia as contributing factors to depression.
Understanding the connection between COPD and depression is crucial for developing effective treatments and improving patient outcomes.

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Narrative review highlights the comorbidity of COPD and depression, suggesting treatment gaps and critical implications.

Corlăteanu et al. (2025) studied this question.

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