Efficacy of inhaled corticosteroids for patients with asthma: a descriptive review of randomized controlled trials

Efficacy of inhaled corticosteroids for patients with asthma: a descriptive review of randomized controlled trials

Objective: To evaluate the efficacy of inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) in patients with asthma based on changes in sputum eosinophil counts, through a review of relevant randomized controlled trials (RCTs). Methods: Studies were retrieved from MEDLINE, EMBASE, the SYSTEM FOR INFORMATION ON GREY LITER...

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Main Authors: Mostafa Alabousi, Abdullah Alabousi, Natalie Ambeault, John Riva
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: University of Ottawa 2015-05-01
Series:University of Ottawa Journal of Medicine
Subjects:
Asthma
sputum eosinophils
inhaled corticosteroids
chronic disease management
Online Access:https://uottawa.scholarsportal.info/ottawa/index.php/uojm-jmuo/article/view/1266

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