Bronchial thermoplasty: a new treatment for severe refractory asthma

Cleve Clin J Med. 2011 Jul;78(7):477-85. doi: 10.3949/ccjm.78a.10185.

Abstract

Bronchial thermoplasty was recently approved for treating severe refractory asthma that is not well controlled by high-dose inhaled corticosteroids and long-acting bronchodilator therapy. This article reviews its indications, evidence of efficacy, and protocols.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adrenal Cortex Hormones / therapeutic use
  • Asthma / drug therapy
  • Asthma / surgery*
  • Bronchi*
  • Bronchoscopy*
  • Catheter Ablation / instrumentation*
  • Clinical Protocols
  • Forced Expiratory Volume
  • Humans
  • Muscle, Smooth
  • Severity of Illness Index
  • Treatment Failure*

Substances

  • Adrenal Cortex Hormones