One-year follow-up of young children hospitalized for wheezing: the influence of early anti-inflammatory therapy and risk factors for subsequent wheezing and asthma.

Author: KorppiM, ReijonenT M

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We investigated the 1-year outcome of children hospitalized for wheezing, paying special attention to the effect of early anti-inflammatory therapy. In addition, we identified risk factors for recurrent wheezing and asthma. Eighty-eight children under 2 years old treated in the hospital for wheezing...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://doi.org/10.1002/(sici)1099-0496(199808)26:2<113::aid-ppul7>3.0.co;2-n

データ提供:米国国立医学図書館(NLM)

Wheezing in Young Children: A One-Year Follow-Up

This study investigates the long-term outcomes of young children hospitalized for wheezing, with a focus on the impact of early anti-inflammatory therapy. The researchers analyzed data from 88 children under 2 years old, following their health for one year. They aimed to identify risk factors for recurrent wheezing and asthma and determine the effectiveness of early anti-inflammatory treatment.

Early Anti-Inflammatory Therapy: Limited Impact on Asthma

The study found that early anti-inflammatory therapy for four months did not significantly reduce the occurrence of asthma in children hospitalized for wheezing. The researchers identified several risk factors for asthma, including age over 12 months at the time of the initial wheezing episode, a history of wheezing, atopy, and elevated serum eosinophil cationic protein (ECP) levels.

Asthma in Children: A Complex Challenge

This study offers valuable insights into the long-term outcomes of wheezing in young children. The limited impact of early anti-inflammatory therapy highlights the complexity of asthma development. It's like navigating a vast desert landscape, where multiple factors contribute to the formation of sand dunes, requiring us to adopt a multifaceted approach for prevention and management.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This research underscores the need for a comprehensive understanding of the factors contributing to asthma development in young children. While early anti-inflammatory therapy may not always prevent asthma, identifying and managing risk factors such as age, history of wheezing, and atopy can play a crucial role in reducing asthma risk.
Date :
  1. Date Completed 1998-11-20
  2. Date Revised 2019-09-15
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