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September 16, 2024 27 mins

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Join Amanda Atkinson, MSN, RN, and Dr. Mike Czarnecki as they provide a comprehensive overview of alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, a genetic disorder with significant implications for pulmonary and hepatic health. This episode covers pathophysiology, diagnostic criteria, clinical presentation, and current treatment modalities. Additionally, you'll hear from a patient, Laura, who offers insights into her lived experience with Alpha-1. For up-to-date information on best practices in the diagnosis and management of Alpha-1, visit the COPD Foundation at www.copdfoundation.org/ and the Alpha-1 Foundation at www.alpha1.org/.

This episode is sponsored by Grifols.

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