____ involves some disease process that creates an obstacle to free airflow in the airway.

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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is characterized by obstruction of airflow due to inflammation and narrowing of the airways. COPD is a type of obstructive lung disease, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema. Obesity hypoventilation syndrome is a condition where individuals with obesity experience hypoventilation (abnormally low breathing) leading to low levels of oxygen and high levels of carbon dioxide in their blood. While obesity can contribute to the development of COPD, it is not considered a primary obstructive lung disease.

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