Related Experiment Video
Updated: Apr 16, 2026

Bronchial Thermoplasty: A Novel Therapeutic Approach to Severe Asthma
Published on: November 4, 2010
[Therapy of bronchiectasis]
1Medizinische Hochschule Hannover, Klinik für Pneumologie.
Abstract:
The prevalence of bronchiectasis not due to cystic fibrosis (NCFB) increases with older age. Because of multifaceted etiology of bronchiectasis an extensive diagnostic approach is essential. This includes in-depth anamnesis and a high resolution CT scan of the chest (HRCT). The pathophysiological mechanism with infection, inflammation, secretion retention and destruction determine the therapeutic options. In patients with high rates of exacerbations and severe diseases physicians should think of inhaled antibiotics and macrolids. In case of localized bronchiectasis and failure of conventional therapy surgery of bronchiectasis is an effective treatment option. In some cases surgery is necessary due to haemoptysis, aspergilloma, lung abscess and pleuraempyema. To improve the treatment options of bronchiectasis results of epidemiological, basically and clinical research trials are expected and needed.
More Related Videos
05:56A Traditional Chinese Medicine Characteristic Therapy for Bronchial Asthma: Moxibustion
Published on: May 12, 2023
03:25Author Spotlight: Exploring Non-Pharmacological Therapies for Chronic Respiratory Diseases — Linking Intestinal Microbiome Insights to COPD Treatment
Published on: December 27, 2024
Related Concept Videos
COPD: Management Using Bronchodilators and Corticosteroids
Pulmonary Tuberculosis V
Latent tuberculosis infection occurs when TB bacteria are present in a person's body, but are not causing illness or symptoms. It is not contagious, and preventive treatment is crucial to avoid the...
Drugs Used in Lower Respiratory Disorders: Overview
Bronchodilators, the first step of respiration enhancement, come in various forms, each with its own mechanism...
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease-V: Management
Smoking Cessation
Cystic Fibrosis: Management
Sinus disease and chronic...
Chest Physiotherapy
Purpose
CPT is primarily used for patients with excessive bronchial secretions who have difficulty clearing...