Bronchiectasis - Related Resources

Cochrane reviews

Inhalation of dry powder mannitol and of hypertonic saline solution may help in clearing lung secretions in bronchiectasis Inhaled Hyperosmolar Agents for Bronchiectasis.
There is neither evidence for, nor against, routine annual influenza vaccination for children and adults with bronchiectasis Influenza Vaccine for Children and Adults with Bronchiectasis.
Use of polysaccharide 23-valent pneumococcal vaccine may reduce acute infective exacerbations in adults with bronchiectasis Pneumococcal Vaccines for Bronchiectasis.
There may not be any significant differences in clinical outcomes between nurse-led and doctor-led care in the management of bronchiectasis within a specialist clinic setting, but there may be increased cost implications in nurse-led care Nurse Specialist Care for Bronchiectasis.

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