The vascular fingerprint of the lungs: why pulmonary vessel count matters in COPD

European Respiratory Journal 2026 Open access

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Authors: Krit Dwivedi, Don D. Sin, Alejandro A. Díaz
DOI: 10.1183/13993003.02649-2025
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Abstract

Extract Our conceptualisation of COPD continues to evolve. An increasingly outlined component of this is a progressive pulmonary vasculopathy, ranging from early endothelial dysfunction in smokers to overt pulmonary hypertension, a comorbidity that portends a grim prognosis [1–4].

Fields of Study & Subjects

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Research Pulmonary Hypertension Research and Treatments Asthma and respiratory diseases

Publication details

Journal / source
European Respiratory Journal
Volume
67
Issue
3
Pages
2502649–2502649
Publication date
1 March 2026
Language
EN