Abstract
This review highlights key aspects of treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbation, focusing on the optimisation of systemic corticosteroid and antibiotic use through personalised treatment using biomarkers. Eosinophil-guided therapy reduces corticosteroid usage which might reduce side effects, while procalcitonin-guided therapy contributes to reduced antibiotic consumption. These approaches, documented through well-conducted randomized controlled trials, suggest the possibility of enhancing COPD exacerbation management, reducing potential side effects, and addressing concerns related to antibiotic resistance.
| Bidragets oversatte titel | Not Available |
|---|---|
| Originalsprog | Dansk |
| Tidsskrift | Ugeskrift for Laeger |
| Vol/bind | 186 |
| Udgave nummer | 14 |
| Antal sider | 7 |
| ISSN | 0041-5782 |
| DOI | |
| Status | Udgivet - 1 apr. 2024 |
Emneord
- Humans
- Adrenal Cortex Hormones/therapeutic use
- Anti-Bacterial Agents/therapeutic use
- Biomarkers
- Disease Progression
- Glucocorticoids/therapeutic use
- Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive/drug therapy
- Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic