Systematic Review of Inhaled Bronchodilator and Corticosteroid Therapies in Infants with Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia: Implications and Future Directions.

ABSTRACT:

Background

There is much debate surrounding the use of inhaled bronchodilators and corticosteroids for infants with bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD).

Objective

The objective of this systematic review was to identify strengths and knowledge gaps in the literature regarding inhaled therapies in BPD and guide future research to improve long-termoutcomes.

Methods

The databases of Academic Search Complete, CINAHL, PUBMED/MEDLINE, and Scopus were searched for studies that evaluated both acute and long-term clinical outcomes related to the delivery and therapeutic efficacy of inhaled beta-agonists, anticholinergics and corticosteroids in infants with developing and/or established BPD.

Results

Of 181 articles, 22 met inclusion criteria for review. Five evaluated beta-a

SUBMITTER: Clouse BJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4740433 | biostudies-literature | 2016

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature