Risk factors of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease among adults in Chinese mainland: A systematic review and meta-analysis

摘要

Background: Identifying risk factors is a key point for preventive strategies to reduce the incidence of COPD. The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to determine the most important risk factors for COPD among adults in Chinese Mainland, so as to provide some precautions and interventions on this disease and preventing further recurrences.