[The information value of epidemiological research in chronic nonspecific lung diseases]

Lik Sprava. 1993 Apr:(4):69-73.
[Article in Russian]

Abstract

Results of the study indicate that in several countries there occurred during 1971-1980 a reduction of mortality of the male population at the age of 1-4 years. In those over 65 years of age this index was inconsistent. Results indicate a definite dependence of mortality on age.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Age Distribution
  • Aged
  • Asthma / mortality
  • Bronchitis / mortality
  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Global Health
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Lung Diseases, Obstructive / epidemiology*
  • Lung Diseases, Obstructive / mortality
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Pulmonary Emphysema / mortality