Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in children

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is primarily a disease of adulthood, and it is uncommon in children. However, children can develop certain respiratory conditions that share similarities with COPD in adults. These conditions are generally referred to as “pediatric chronic obstructive airway diseases” and are characterized by persistent airway obstruction, chronic respiratory symptoms, and structural…