COPD Risk in Women with Asthma (IMAGE) American Thoracic Society Caption More than 4 in 10 women with asthma may go on to develop chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Credit ATS Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.