The Use of Airway Clearance Devices in the ... | 合法醫療器材資訊網

由EDaynes著作·2021—Rationale:Sputumretentioninchronicobstructivepulmonarydisease(COPD)isatroublingsymptomandcanleadtoreducedqualityoflifeandincreased ...

Rationale: Sputum retention in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a troubling symptom and can lead to reduced quality of life and increased exacerbations. Airway clearance devices are commonly used in COPD; however, their efficacy is unclear and is inconsistent among cohorts.Objectives: This study aims to systematically review the evidence to determine the impact of airway clearance devices in patients with COPD.Methods: Databases for systematic reviews and published evidence were searched. Studies were included if they were randomized and compared an airway clearance device to usual care or control. Studies were required to report at least one of the following: exacerbations, sputum volume, hospitalizations, and health-related quality of life. Data were extracted and assessed for risk of bias, and outcomes were synthesized using RevMan.Results: Eighteen studies with available data were eligible for...