Abstract

Introduction: Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as cardiovascular diseases, stroke, and chronic respiratory diseases pose a significant burden on global health, with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) being one of the leading causes of mortality among them. The prevalence of COPD continues to increase worldwide and is projected to be the third leading cause of death by 2030. According to World Health Organization (WHO) estimates, 65 million people have moderate-to-severe COPD worldwide. Mortality due to COPD in 2005 corresponded to 5% of all deaths globally. Diabetes mellitus (DM) is an important and common comorbid condition associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The exact prevalence of DM in COPD patients among the Indian population is unknown. Coexisting DM is associated with poor outcomes in COPD patients and has a significant impact on lung function and the severity of the disease.

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