Management of Australian Adults with Bronchiectasis in Tertiary Care: Evidence-Based or Access-Driven?

ConclusionsDiscrepancies exist between guideline recommendations and real-world treatment of bronchiectasis in Australia, even in tertiary centres. These findings suggest the need for increased patient referral to pulmonary rehabilitation, increased attention to airway clearance, increased collection of sputum samples (especially for mycobacterial culture) and rationalisation of inhaled corticosteroid use. These findings encourage a review of treatment access and will inform ongoing education to promote evidence-based care for people living with bronchiectasis.
Source: Lung - Category: Respiratory Medicine Source Type: research