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Clinical Features Emphysema Dyspnea Cough Minimal Sputum Prolonged

Front Clinical features of emphysema.
Back 1. Dyspnea and cough with minimal sputum
2. Prolonged expiration with pursed lips ("Pink Puffers")
3. Weight loss
4. "Barrel-Chest"
5. Hypoxemia and cor pulmonale are late complications

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