Figure 3.
Factors associated with COPD exacerbations within the 12-month postindex period.
Notes: Low FEV1% predicted defined as FEV1 <50% predicted; high FEV1% predicted defined as FEV1 $50% predicted. Logistic regression was performed with the dependent variable as the occurrence of COPD exacerbations within the 12-month postindex period. Odds ratios and 95% confidence intervals are reported in this figure.
Abbreviations: FEV1, forced expiratory volume in 1 second; PCP, primary care physician; ICS, inhaled corticosteroids; LABA, long-acting β-agonist; LAMA, long-acting muscarinic agent; SAMA, short-acting muscarinic antagonist; SABA, short-acting (inhaled) β2-adrenergic agonist; PDE4 inhibitors, phosphodiesterase-4 inhibitors.