Overview
Bronchiectasis is a chronic pulmonary disorder characterized by irreversible bronchial dilation, leading to poor quality of life, recurrent exacerbations, and increased healthcare costs 1. It is increasingly recognized in children and adolescents 1.Diagnosis
Diagnosis involves a systematic approach including imaging and clinical assessment 1.
Key clinical questions related to diagnosis were generated by a multidisciplinary team 1.Management
Optimal treatment strategies aim to improve clinical outcomes 1.
A multidisciplinary team developed evidence-based management strategies 1.Special Populations
This guideline specifically addresses the management of children and adolescents with bronchiectasis 1.Key Recommendations
Evidence-based management strategies for investigation and treatment were identified using systematic literature review and the GRADE approach 1.
A multidisciplinary team, including specialists, patient advocates, and parents, contributed to defining relevant clinical questions and outcomes for managing pediatric bronchiectasis 1.
The guideline addresses the definition, diagnostic approach, and treatment of pediatric bronchiectasis 1.References
1 Chang AB, Fortescue R, Grimwood K, Alexopoulou E, Bell L, Boyd J et al.. European Respiratory Society guidelines for the management of children and adolescents with bronchiectasis. The European respiratory journal 2021. link