The objective of the CAN-EXACT prospective observational cohort study is to collect multidimensional data along both chronic and acute phases of the disease in order to generate new evidence on the underlying mechanisms, diagnosis, monitoring and treatment of acute exacerbations, and thereby advance the standard of care in COPD.
The investigators hypothesize that CAN-EXACT will generate novel insights that will help fill and address the pressing knowledge gaps and unmet needs pertaining to exacerbations of COPD.