Abstract
Bronchial thermoplasty was approved for treating severe refractory asthma that is not well controlled by high-dose inhaled corticosteroids and long-acting bronchodilator therapy. This article reviews its indications, its safety profile, evidence of short-term and long-term efficacy, and clinical protocols.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 352-355, 366 |
Journal | Harefuah |
Volume | 153 |
Issue number | 6 |
State | Published - Jun 2014 |