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[Trends in COPD mortality in Iceland 1951-1990].

T Gislason, K Tomasson

    Laeknabladid
    |May 20, 2011
    PubMed
    Summary

    Mortality from chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD) increased significantly in Iceland between 1951 and 1990, with women experiencing a greater rise in standardized mortality ratios than men.

    Area of Science:

    • Pulmonary Medicine
    • Epidemiology
    • Public Health

    Context:

    • This study analyzes mortality trends for chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD) in Iceland over a 40-year period (1951-1990).
    • It examines changes in the age distribution of the Icelandic population during this time.
    • The research focuses on mortality rates for bronchial asthma, chronic bronchitis, and emphysema.

    Purpose:

    • To investigate the mortality trends of COPD in Iceland from 1951 to 1990.
    • To compare mortality ratios and standardized mortality ratios (SMR) across different COPD conditions and genders.
    • To identify changes in the age-specific mortality patterns of COPD.

    Summary:

    • Mortality rates for asthma, chronic bronchitis, and emphysema showed significant increases between 1951-1960 and 1981-1990.

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  • Specifically, asthma mortality increased notably in the older age groups by 1981-1990.
  • Mortality in chronic bronchitis and emphysema saw substantial increases, with emphysema showing a greater rise over the 40-year period.
  • Standardized mortality ratios (SMR) revealed a tenfold increase for emphysema in women and a threefold increase for chronic bronchitis and emphysema in men.

    • Impact:

    • The findings indicate a substantial increase in COPD mortality in Iceland over four decades.
    • Women experienced a relatively greater increase in SMR for COPD compared to men.
    • This research highlights the evolving burden of COPD and potential gender-specific differences in mortality trends.