The risk of burn injury during long-term oxygen therapy: a 17-year longitudinal national study in Sweden.

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Abstract

Long-term oxygen therapy (LTOT) improves the survival time in hypoxemic chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Despite warnings about potential dangers, a considerable number of patients continue to smoke while on LTOT. The incidence of burn injuries related to LTOT is unknown. The aim of this study was to estimate the rate of burn injury requiring health care contact during LTOT.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)2479-2484
JournalThe International Journal of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Volume10
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2015

Subject classification (UKÄ)

  • Respiratory Medicine and Allergy

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