Assessing sterility techniques in bronchodilator responsiveness testing by practicing allergists in North America.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The American Thoracic Society has published general guidelines for sterility when testing for bronchodilator responsiveness. However, the extent to which practicing allergists implement sterility measures is currently unknown.

Objective

This study aims to understand the adherence to the American Thoracic Society guidelines for sterility among practicing allergists.

Methods

In 2015, a questionnaire was approved and distributed by the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology to all its members. The anonymous responses were recorded and tabulated after a 3-week period.

Results

Of the 6800 allergists who received surveys from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology members, 496 participated in the survey (response rate 7.3%). Using m

SUBMITTER: Chhabra K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11426031 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature