Critical inhaler errors in asthma and COPD: a systematic review of impact on health outcomes

Critical inhaler errors in asthma and COPD: a systematic review of impact on health outcomes

Abstract Background Inhaled drug delivery is the cornerstone treatment for asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). However, use of inhaler devices can be challenging, potentially leading to critical errors in handling that can significantly reduce drug delivery to the lungs and effe...

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Main Authors: Omar Sharif Usmani, Federico Lavorini, Jonathan Marshall, William Christopher Nigel Dunlop, Louise Heron, Emily Farrington, Richard Dekhuijzen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-01-01
Series:Respiratory Research
Subjects:
Obstructive lung diseases
Adherence
Errors
Aerosols
Inhalers
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12931-017-0710-y

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