Smoking leads to small-airways disease and destruction of lung parenchyma. Does stopping smoking simply slow these processes or does repair ensue? Does pulmonary function improve after cessation of smoking?
Clausen
J L
JL
University of California San Diego Medical Center 92103.
D006801:Humans; D008171:Lung Diseases / Q000209:etiology* / Q000503:physiopathology*; D015656:Respiratory Mechanics; D012907:Smoking / Q000009:adverse effects; D016540:Smoking Cessation