Survival factors of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis patients under pneumology follow-up

Conclusions: In our study the survival was slightly longer than reported, early pneumology evaluation may explain the difference. Age is the main independent prognostic factor. Bulbar form requires earlier respiratory therapies and shows more rapid progression to respiratory failure. They should be monitored more closely than other patients
Source: European Respiratory Journal - Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Tags: Noninvasive Ventilatory Support Source Type: research