Key result
Depression is a common but often undiagnosed comorbidity in COPD patients that negatively impacts outcomes, highlighting the need for screening and comprehensive management.
Why the study?
How should depression be screened and managed in patients with COPD?
How should depression be screened and managed in patients with COPD?
Highlights the importance of screening for and treating depression in patients with COPD using both pharmacological and nonpharmacological strategies.
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May support depression screening in COPD; leaves open optimal strategies pending prospective trials.
Christine Garvey (2012) conducted a review in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Depression. Depression screening and management was evaluated. Depression is a common but often undiagnosed comorbidity in COPD patients that negatively impacts outcomes, highlighting the need for screening and comprehensive management.
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