Expectations Versus Reality in Inhalation Technique-A Case-Control Study of Inhalation Technique in Patients with Asthma or COPD.

ABSTRACT: Background/Objectives: Correct inhalation technique (IT) is crucial in the management of airway obstructive diseases. However, inhaler misuse among patients is frequent. The aim of the study was to assess IT and analyze factors influencing inhalation errors in adults with asthma and COPD. Methods: This single-center case-control study involved 180 adults with asthma or COPD. IT was evaluated using a checklist of common errors, a four-grade dedicated scale, and peak inspiratory flow. Patients with correct and incorrect IT were compared across multiple factors, including demographics, disease duration and severity, motivation for treatment, spirometry results, cognitive function, visual or hearing disorders and prior training in inhaler use. Results: A total of 115 patie

SUBMITTER: Domagala-Manczyk I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12525108 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature