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COPD in Non-smoker Women with Biomass Fuel Exposure (Chulha) - A review Article

DOI: 10.23958/ijirms/vol02-i04/01ยท Pages: 642 to 643ยท Vol. 2, No. 04, (2017)ยท Published: April 25, 2017
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Abstract

Exposure to indoor air pollution due to incomplete combustion of biomass fuel remains significant risk factor for chronic bronchitis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). In developing countries like India, especially in rural areas combustion of biomass fuel is the most important source of air pollution. This article aims to increase awareness regarding biomass exposure and respiratory morbidity in women.

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Biomass fuelCOPDwomen
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Dr. Deepali R Gaikwad
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