Systematic review of association between critical errors in inhalation and health outcomes in asthma and COPD.

ABSTRACT: Inhaled medications are the cornerstone of treatment and management of asthma and COPD. However, inhaler device errors are common among patients and have been linked with reduced symptom control, an increased risk of exacerbations, and increased healthcare utilisation. These observations have prompted GINA (Global INitiative for Asthma) and GOLD (Global initiative for chronic Obstructive Lung Disease) to recommend regular assessment of inhaler technique in a bid to improve therapeutic outcomes. To better define the relationship between device errors and health outcomes (clinical outcomes, quality of life, and healthcare utilisation) in asthma and COPD, we conducted a systematic review of the literature, with a particular focus on the methods used to assess the relationship between device e

SUBMITTER: Kocks JWH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6240098 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature