COPD in Primary Care

‘COPD in Primary Care’ is a compilation of essential knowledge on chronic obstructive pulmonary disease as a health condition and its treatment within the primary care setting in the UK. COPD is a chronic condition that causes progressive obstruction of the airflows increasing continuously shortness of breath and is, by definition, irreversible. Anita Sharma, an enthusiastic, practicing general practitioner believes that primary care can have crucial impact on managing this potentially fatal condition. In a clear, concise way the author aspires to drive health care professionals into effective and quality care, according to the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) guidelines and the recent General Medical Services (GMS) contract.