# The Evolving Landscape of COPD Typization

**Authors:** Alberto Fantin, Nadia Castaldo, Giulia Sartori, Claudia di Chiara, Filippo Patrucco, Giuseppe Morana, Vincenzo Patruno, Ernesto Crisafulli

PMC · DOI: 10.3390/medicina62030564 · Medicina · 2026-03-18

## TL;DR

This paper reviews how COPD diagnosis and treatment are evolving through new technologies and personalized approaches.

## Contribution

The paper introduces a new framework called GETomics for personalized COPD care.

## Key findings

- Biologics targeting type 2 inflammation show promise in COPD treatment.
- AI and deep learning improve radiological and body composition analysis.
- Traditional COPD classification systems are insufficient for precision medicine.

## Abstract

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) represents an escalating global health challenge characterized by profound clinical and biological heterogeneity. Conventional diagnostic paradigms, primarily reliant on spirometric criteria and broad phenotypic labels, often fail to capture the complex molecular mechanisms underlying effective precision medicine. This narrative review synthesizes the evolving landscape of COPD characterization, analyzing the integration of biomarkers, advanced quantitative imaging, and multi-omics technologies. Key developments highlighted include the clinical validation of biologics targeting type 2 inflammation, which reinforce the paradigm shift from generic symptomatic management toward the identification of specific treatable traits. We further explore the role of artificial intelligence and deep learning in enhancing radiological precision and body composition analysis. Ultimately, this work proposes a transition toward a GETomics (Genetics, Environment, and Time) framework as a fundamental prerequisite for transcending the limitations of traditional classification systems and delivering truly personalized care in the 21st century.

## Linked entities

- **Diseases:** COPD (MONDO:0005002), Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (MONDO:0005002)

## Full-text entities

- **Diseases:** type 2 inflammation (MESH:D007249), COPD (MESH:D029424)

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