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[Factors associated with asthma control in primary care patients: the CHAS study]
Francisco Javier González Barcala1, Ramón de la Fuente-Cid, Rosa Alvarez-Gil
1Servicio de Neumología, Hospital Clínico, Santiago de Compostela, España.
Archivos De Bronconeumologia
|March 16, 2010
Summary
In Spain, over 60% of primary care asthma patients have uncontrolled asthma. Factors like oral corticosteroid use and distressing events are linked to poor asthma control, highlighting areas for health system intervention.
Area of Science:
- Respiratory Medicine
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
Context:
- Asthma control remains a significant global health challenge, impacting patient quality of life and healthcare costs.
- Primary care settings are crucial for managing chronic conditions like asthma.
- Previous studies indicate inadequate asthma control across diverse populations.
Purpose:
- To determine the prevalence of uncontrolled asthma in Spanish primary care patients.
- To identify sociodemographic and clinical factors associated with uncontrolled asthma in this population.
Summary:
- A cross-sectional study of 2159 primary care patients in Spain revealed a 63.9% prevalence of uncontrolled asthma.
- Key factors associated with uncontrolled asthma include oral corticosteroid use (OR=6.55), greater asthma severity (OR=3.11), distressing events (OR=2.44), low treatment compliance significance (OR=1.66), and rural living (OR=1.29).
- No significant association was found with sex, age, obesity, smoking, alcohol intake, or educational level.
Impact:
- Findings underscore the persistent issue of uncontrolled asthma in Spain.
- Identifies modifiable factors, such as treatment adherence and stress management, that the healthcare system can address.
- Provides evidence for targeted interventions to improve asthma control in primary care settings.
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