Bronchial thermoplasty-an update

Faria Nasim, Vivek N IyerAnnals of Thoracic Medicine 2018 13(4):205-211Bronchial Thermoplasty is a procedure that involves the delivery of radiofrequency energy during bronchoscopy to airways in order to selectively ablate airway smooth muscles. Bronchial Thermoplasty was approved by the FDA in 2010 and remains the only device based non-pharmacological treatment approach for severe asthma. We appraise the trials leading to the approval of Bronchial Thermoplasty in light of the FDA approval process. Current international guidelines regarding use of Bronchial Thermoplasty and emering pharmacological options for severe asthma are reviewed.

Source: Annals of Thoracic Medicine - October 10, 2018 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Faria Nasim Vivek N Iyer Source Type: research