Elevated peripheral blood eosinophils during acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease prevalence and clinical significance

• Published in: Sultan Qaboos University medical journal Vol. 22; no. 3; pp. 339 - 342
• Main Authors: Al Sibani, Maitha, Al Alawi, Abdullah M., Al Aghbari, Jamal
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Muscat, Oman Sultan Qaboos University, College of Medicine and Health Sciences 01.08.2022; Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal, College of Medicine & Health Sciences
• Subjects: Clinical & Basic Research

Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence and clinical significance of elevated peripheral blood eosinophil (PBE) counts in hospitalised patients with acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (AECOPD) in Oman. An elevated PBE count during AECOPD is a potential predic...