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  • Acute exacerbations of COPD (AECOPD) significantly increase morbidity and mortality.
  • Effective risk stratification is crucial for managing COPD patients.
  • Quantitative computed tomography (qCT) offers objective characterization of anatomical and functional lung features.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review the literature on the use of qCT for diagnosing and predicting AECOPD.
  • To evaluate the current evidence for qCT in COPD exacerbation assessment.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic literature review of 18 studies.
  • Analysis of qCT features from CT scans in stable COPD and during exacerbations.
  • Evaluation of models integrating CT features for AECOPD prediction.

Main Results:

  • No studies used qCT for diagnosing AECOPD at the point of exacerbation.
  • qCT features like greater emphysema, thicker airways, and air trapping in stable COPD are associated with frequent AECOPD.
  • Seven studies developed models integrating CT features for AECOPD prediction.

Conclusions:

  • Quantitative CT analysis shows potential for developing imaging biomarkers for AECOPD.
  • Further research is needed to refine qCT features for diagnosis and prediction of AECOPD.
  • Integration with automated software may enhance qCT's utility in AECOPD management.