COPD Initiative — Respiratory Health Association™ of Metropolitan Chicago

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Elastic recoilrefers to the tendency or ability of the lung to return to its original dimensions. In COPD the elastic recoil is reduced due to the stiffness of the lungs. This causes air to get trapped inside the lungs and makes it more difficult for patients to breathe
 


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