Abstract Number: 271 • 2015 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Investigating an Auto-Inflammatory Component of COPD That Contributes to Progressive Decline in Lung Function Despite Smoking Cessation
Background/Purpose: Most Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) cases result from amplification of normal inflammatory responses due to noxious stimuli like cigarette smoke. Yet, the mechanism by…