Guideline for the use of immunobiologicals in chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP) in Brazil.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Severe uncontrolled chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps has a negative impact on an individual's quality of life. Therefore, new biologics have emerged for use in specific phenotypes of chronic rhinosinusitis, changing the paradigms of its treatment.

Objective

To review the current status of biologic treatment indications in chronic rhinosinusitis.

Methods

The Brazilian Academy of Rhinology brought together different specialists to suggest a course of action, considering its particularities and aspects related to the national reality.

Results

Of particular interest for decision making will be the identification of subgroups of patients refractory to pre-existing treatment options and the construction of a strategy that improves their quality o

SUBMITTER: Anselmo-Lima WT 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9422446 | biostudies-literature | 2022 May-Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature