For those with severe persistent asthma not controlled by inhaled corticosteroids and LABAs, bronchial thermoplasty may be an option. It involves the delivery of controlled thermal energy to the airway wall during a series of bronchoscopies. While it may increase exacerbation frequency in the first few months it appears to decrease the subsequent rate. Effects beyond one year are unknown. Evidence suggests that sublingual immunotherapy in those with both allergic rhinitis and asthma improve outcomes. COUNT 4
QSN1 What type of person would use bronchial thermoplasty as an option? ANS1 For those with severe persistent asthma not controlled by inhaled corticosteroids and LABAs QSN2 What does bronchial thermoplasty consist of? ANS2 It involves the delivery of controlled thermal energy to the airway wall during a series of bronchoscopies QSN3 What effect does bronchial thermoplasty have? ANS3 it appears to decrease the subsequent rate. QSN4 What treatment helps improve those with allergic rhinitis and asthma? ANS4 sublingual immunotherapy