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Morrison L, McCrea G, Palmer S. Online activity - A beaming good initiative! Delivering alternative exercise opportunities for people with cystic fibrosis. Physiother Theory Pract 2024; 40:1609-1615. [PMID: 36809231 DOI: 10.1080/09593985.2023.2182654] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2022] [Revised: 02/14/2023] [Accepted: 02/15/2023] [Indexed: 02/23/2023]
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BACKGROUND Increasing physical activity in people with Cystic Fibrosis (pwCF) can positively influence their physical and mental wellbeing. Online activities provide opportunity for outpatient CF populations to enhance physical activity. METHODS PwCF within a large Scottish CF unit were invited to participate in a pilot study of online exercise and education sessions. Those participating shared opinions on motivation, fitness habits, types of activities enjoyed pre and during shielding, and desirable goals for online activity. Subsequently, an online activity timetable was created offering daily exercise classes. Educational presentations driven by patient request were delivered in context appropriate to health, wellbeing, and infection control needs during the pandemic and the advent of modulator therapies. Twenty-eight group exercise sessions and 12 educational sessions occurred over the six-week pilot, following which, a post-pilot questionnaire was sent to those who had participated in the sessions. Risk assessment and exercise modifications ensured safe practice and accommodation for all levels of respiratory disease. RESULTS Twenty-six pwCF attended one or more exercise sessions and 37 pwCF attended one or more education sessions. Group exercise and education improved time efficiency compared to in-person face-to-face delivery. The post-pilot questionnaire demonstrated increases in motivation and perceived fitness, with positive comments regarding peer support and enhanced socialization. Personal fitness goals were fully or partially achieved by 91% of participants. CONCLUSION Patient feedback suggested the implementation of online exercise and education sessions for pwCF was a satisfactory and convenient way to deliver exercise allowing for optimization and progression of personal goals.
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- L Morrison
- West of Scotland Adult CF Unit, Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Glasgow, UK
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- West of Scotland Adult CF Unit, Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Glasgow, UK
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- West of Scotland Adult CF Unit, Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Glasgow, UK
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Poulsen M, Holland AE, Button B, Jones AW. Preferences and perspectives regarding telehealth exercise interventions for adults with cystic fibrosis: A qualitative study. Pediatr Pulmonol 2024; 59:1217-1226. [PMID: 38289142 DOI: 10.1002/ppul.26889] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2023] [Revised: 12/14/2023] [Accepted: 01/16/2024] [Indexed: 02/15/2024]
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OBJECTIVE Physical activity and exercise are key components in the management of cystic fibrosis (CF). Completing exercise programs online may minimize the risk of cross-infection and increase access for people with CF. This study aimed to understand the perspectives of people with CF regarding intervention content for a telehealth exercise program. METHODS Individual semistructured qualitative interviews were conducted in adults with CF purposefully sampled for age, disease severity, and social demographics. Interviews were recorded, transcribed verbatim, and analyzed thematically by two researchers independently. RESULTS Participants were 23 adults with CF (14 females) aged from 21 to 60 years. Three major themes (subthemes) were generated: "Personalizing components to an exercise program" (customizing an exercise program to the individual person and their unique health and exercise needs, enjoyment and variety of exercise activities, accessibility and exercise fitting around competing demands or commitments), "The importance of maintaining connections" (challenges regarding face-to-face interactions for people with CF, accountability of scheduled exercise sessions with others, shared experiences between people with CF and specialist support from the CF care team), and "Monitoring health and exercise" (perception of health status and monitoring and recording exercise participation and health). CONCLUSION This study provides important information regarding the preferences of adults with CF for telehealth exercise interventions. Interventions should be tailored to the individual person with CF, include an opportunity to maintain connections with peers and the CF multidisciplinary team, and provide a method to monitor progress over time.
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- Megan Poulsen
- Department of Physiotherapy, Alfred Health, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Alfred Health, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Respiratory Research@Alfred, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Institute for Breathing and Sleep, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Alfred Health, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Alfred Health, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Department of Medicine, Nursing and Health Science, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Respiratory Research@Alfred, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Gruber W, Stehling F, Blosch C, Dillenhoefer S, Olivier M, Brinkmann F, Koerner-Rettberg C, Sutharsan S, Mellies U, Taube C, Welsner M. Longitudinal changes in habitual physical activity in adult people with cystic fibrosis in the presence or absence of treatment with elexacaftor/tezacaftor/ivacaftor. Front Sports Act Living 2024; 6:1284878. [PMID: 38463712 PMCID: PMC10921570 DOI: 10.3389/fspor.2024.1284878] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2023] [Accepted: 02/01/2024] [Indexed: 03/12/2024] Open
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Background Habitual physical activity (PA) and exercise training are accepted as important aspects of care for people with cystic fibrosis (pwCF) to improve health-related measures of physical fitness, which in turn have a positive impact on quality of life and prognosis. In the last decade, effective CFTR modulator therapies have become a promising treatment for pwCF by targeting the underlying cause of CF. This highly effective therapy improves clinical outcomes and quality of life in people with specific CFTR mutations. Little is known about the longitudinal pattern of PA or the impact of the highly effective modulator therapy with Elexacaftor/Tezacaftor/Ivacaftor (ETI) on PA in adult pwCF. This study assessed the course of device-based PA measurement in adult pwCF and evaluated the effects of ETI on habitual physical activity in those who were eligible for ETI. Methods Data from adult pwCF (aged ≥18 years) were analysed at baseline and follow-up, using identical assessments at both time points. Outcome parameters were PA in steps/day and the intensity of PA. The group that received ETI was treated for an average of 33 weeks and not for the entire duration of the period. The data were collected between 2021 and 2022, following the removal of absolute pandemic restrictions/lockdowns. Results Follow-up duration was 5.6 years in pwCF with ETI (ETI group, n = 21) and 6.5 years in pwCF without ETI (non-ETI group, n = 6). From baseline to follow-up, pwCF treated with ETI had a significant increase in steps/day (+25%, p = 0.019) and a non-significant increase in moderate-to-vigorous intensity time (+5.6%, p = 0.352). Conversely, individuals in the non-ETI group showed a non-significant decrease in both steps/day -3.2%, p = 0.893) and moderate-to-vigorous intensity time (-25%, p = 0.207). The ETI group showed a significant decrease in percent predicted forced expiratory volume in 1 s (ppFEV1) and FEV1 z-score before the start of ETI treatment, both of which improved significantly after therapy initiation. Body weight and body mass index also improved significantly with ETI use. Conclusions These data suggest that ETI treatment has a positive effect on habitual physical activity behavior in the adult pwCF studied.
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- Wolfgang Gruber
- Paediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine, Cystic Fibrosis Center, Children’s Hospital, University of Duisburg-Essen, Essen, Germany
- Institute of Human Nutrition and Food Science, Christian-Albrechts-Universität zu Kiel, Kiel, Germany
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- Paediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine, Cystic Fibrosis Center, Children’s Hospital, University of Duisburg-Essen, Essen, Germany
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- Paediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine, Cystic Fibrosis Center, Children’s Hospital, University of Duisburg-Essen, Essen, Germany
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- Department of Pediatric Pulmonology, University Children’s Hospital, Ruhr University Bochum, Bochum, Germany
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- Paediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine, Cystic Fibrosis Center, Children’s Hospital, University of Duisburg-Essen, Essen, Germany
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- Department of Pediatric Pulmonology, University Children’s Hospital, Ruhr University Bochum, Bochum, Germany
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- Department of Pediatric Pulmonology, University Children’s Hospital, Ruhr University Bochum, Bochum, Germany
- Children’s Hospital, Marienhospital Wesel, Wesel, Germany
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, University Hospital Essen - Ruhrlandklinik, Adult Cystic Fibrosis Center, University of Duisburg-Essen, Essen, Germany
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- Paediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine, Cystic Fibrosis Center, Children’s Hospital, University of Duisburg-Essen, Essen, Germany
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, University Hospital Essen - Ruhrlandklinik, Adult Cystic Fibrosis Center, University of Duisburg-Essen, Essen, Germany
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, University Hospital Essen - Ruhrlandklinik, Adult Cystic Fibrosis Center, University of Duisburg-Essen, Essen, Germany
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Welsner M, Gruber W, Blosch C, Olivier M, Mellies U, Dillenhoefer S, Brinkmann F, Koerner-Rettberg C, Sutharsan S, Taube C, Stehling F. Impact of habitual physical activity and exercise capacity on quality of life in adolescents and adults with cystic fibrosis. Pediatr Pulmonol 2024. [PMID: 38214406 DOI: 10.1002/ppul.26855] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2023] [Revised: 12/04/2023] [Accepted: 12/30/2023] [Indexed: 01/13/2024]
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BACKGROUND The influence of habitual physical activity and exercise capacity on health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in people with cystic fibrosis (pwCF) is poorly characterized. This study investigated the influence of habitual physical activity, exercise capacity, lung function, and body mass index (BMI) on HRQoL in adolescent and adult pwCF. METHOD Subjects were fitted with an accelerometer to determine habitual physical activity (steps/day), including time spent at different intensities, for up to 4 weeks. Then bicycle ergometry (maximal exercise capacity; Wpeak), lung function (percent predicted forced expiratory volume in 1 s, ppFEV1 ), BMI, and response to the Cystic Fibrosis Questionnaire-Revised (CFQ-R) were determined. RESULTS Sixty-five pwCF participated in the study. Physically active pwCF had significantly higher ppFEV1 (p < .001) and exercise capacity (p < .001) than inactive pwCF, and had significantly higher scores on the CFQ-R physical (p = .006), emotional (p = .015), role (p = .008), health (p = .006), and weight (p = .004) subscales. On multiple linear regression analysis, ppFEV1 and, to a lesser extent, exercise capacity, were the most important determinants of HRQoL in pwCF. Time spent in moderate-to-vigorous intensity physical activity did not influence any of the CFQ-R subscales, whereas time spent in vigorous-intensity influenced CFQ-R scores for role (p = .007), body (p = .001), health (p = .009), and weight (p = .01). CONCLUSION HRQoL in adolescent and adult pwCF was influenced by several factors. Avoiding sedentary behavior and spending time in vigorous-intensity levels positively influenced HRQoL, whereas the total number of steps per day played only a minor role in determining HRQoL. Both ppFEV1 and exercise capacity markedly influenced HRQoL.
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- Matthias Welsner
- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, University Hospital Essen-Ruhrlandklinik, Adult Cystic Fibrosis Center, University of Duisburg-Essen, Essen, Germany
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- Pediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine, Cystic Fibrosis Center, Children's Hospital, University of Duisburg-Essen, Essen, Germany
- Institute of Human Nutrition and Food Science, Christian-Albrechts-Universität zu Kiel, Kiel, Germany
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- Pediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine, Cystic Fibrosis Center, Children's Hospital, University of Duisburg-Essen, Essen, Germany
- Department of Pediatric Pulmonology, University Children's Hospital, Ruhr University, Bochum, Germany
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- Pediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine, Cystic Fibrosis Center, Children's Hospital, University of Duisburg-Essen, Essen, Germany
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- Pediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine, Cystic Fibrosis Center, Children's Hospital, University of Duisburg-Essen, Essen, Germany
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- Department of Pediatric Pulmonology, University Children's Hospital, Ruhr University, Bochum, Germany
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- Department of Pediatric Pulmonology, University Children's Hospital, Ruhr University, Bochum, Germany
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- Department of Pediatric Pulmonology, University Children's Hospital, Ruhr University, Bochum, Germany
- Children's Hospital, Marienhospital Wesel, Wesel, Germany
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, University Hospital Essen-Ruhrlandklinik, Adult Cystic Fibrosis Center, University of Duisburg-Essen, Essen, Germany
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, University Hospital Essen-Ruhrlandklinik, Adult Cystic Fibrosis Center, University of Duisburg-Essen, Essen, Germany
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- Pediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine, Cystic Fibrosis Center, Children's Hospital, University of Duisburg-Essen, Essen, Germany
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Jones M, Moffatt F, Harvey A, Ryan JM. Interventions for improving adherence to airway clearance treatment and exercise in people with cystic fibrosis. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2023; 7:CD013610. [PMID: 37462324 PMCID: PMC10353490 DOI: 10.1002/14651858.cd013610.pub2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/20/2023]
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BACKGROUND Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a life-limiting genetic disorder predominantly affecting the lungs and pancreas. Airway clearance techniques (ACTs) and exercise therapy are key components of physiotherapy, which is considered integral in managing CF; however, low adherence is well-documented. Poor physiotherapy adherence may lead to repeated respiratory infections, reduced exercise tolerance, breathlessness, reduced quality of life, malaise and reduced life expectancy, as well as increased use of pharmacology, healthcare access and hospital admission. Therefore, evidence-based strategies to inform clinical practice and improve adherence to physiotherapy may improve quality of life and reduce treatment burden. OBJECTIVES To assess the effects of interventions to enhance adherence to airway clearance treatment and exercise therapy in people with CF and their effects on health outcomes, such as pulmonary exacerbations, exercise capacity and health-related quality of life. SEARCH METHODS We searched the Cochrane Cystic Fibrosis Trials Register, compiled from electronic database searches and handsearching of journals and conference abstract books. Date of last search: 1 March 2023. We also searched online trials registries and the reference lists of relevant articles and reviews. Date of last search: 28 March 2023. SELECTION CRITERIA We included randomised controlled trials (RCTs) and quasi-RCTs of parallel design assessing any intervention aimed at enhancing adherence to physiotherapy in people with CF versus no intervention, another intervention or usual care. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS Two review authors independently checked search results for eligible studies and independently extracted data. We used standard procedures recommended by Cochrane and assessed the certainty of evidence using the GRADE system. MAIN RESULTS Two RCTs (77 participants with CF; age range 2 to 20 years; 44 (57%) males) met the inclusion criteria of this review. One study employed an intervention to improve adherence to exercise and the second an intervention to improve adherence to ACT. Both studies measured outcomes at baseline and at three months, but neither study formally assessed our primary outcome of adherence in terms of our planned outcome measures, and results were dependent on self-reported data. Adherence to ACTs One RCT (43 participants) assessed using specifically-composed music alongside ACTs compared to self-selected or no music (usual care). The ACT process consisted of nebuliser inhalation treatment, ACTs and relaxation or antibiotic nebuliser treatment. We graded all evidence as very low certainty. This study reported adherence to ACTs using the Morisky-Green questionnaire and also participants' perception of treatment time and enjoyment, which may influence adherence (outcome not reported specifically in this review). We are uncertain whether participants who received specifically-composed music may be more likely to adhere at six and 12 weeks compared to those who received usual care, risk ratio (RR) 1.75 (95% confidence interval (CI) 1.07 to 2.86) and RR 1.56 (95% CI 1.01 to 2.40) respectively. There may not be any difference in adherence when comparing specifically-composed music to self-selected music at six weeks, RR 1.21 (95% CI 0.87 to 1.68) or 12 weeks, RR 1.52 (95% CI 0.97 to 2.38); or self-selected music to usual care at six weeks, RR 1.44 (95% CI 0.82 to 2.52) or 12 weeks, RR 1.03 (95% CI 0.57 to 1.86). The music study also reported the number of respiratory infections requiring hospitalisation at 12 weeks, with no difference seen in the risk of hospitalisation between all groups. Adherence to exercise One RCT (24 participants) compared the provision of a manual of aerobic exercises, recommended exercise prescription plus two-weekly follow-up phone calls to reinforce exercise practice over a period of three months to verbal instructions for aerobic exercise according to the CF centre's protocol. We graded all evidence as very low certainty. We are uncertain whether an educational intervention leads to more participants in the intervention group undertaking increased regular physical activity at three months (self-report), RR 3.67 (95% CI 1.24 to 10.85), and there was no reported difference between groups in the number undertaking physical activity three times per week or undertaking at least 40 minutes of physical activity. No effect was seen on secondary outcome measures of spirometry, exercise capacity or any CF quality of life domains. This study did not report on the frequency of respiratory infections (hospitalised or not) or adverse events. AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS We are uncertain whether a music-based motivational intervention may increase adherence to ACTs or affect the risk of hospitalisation for a respiratory infection. We are also uncertain whether an educational intervention increases adherence to exercise or reduces the frequency of respiratory infection-related hospital admission. However, these results are largely based on self-reported data and the impact of strategies to improve adherence to ACT and exercise in children and adolescents with stable CF remains inconclusive. Given that adherence to ACT and exercise therapy are fundamental to the clinical management of people with CF, there is an urgent need for well-designed, large-scale clinical trials in this area, which should conform to the CONSORT statement for standards of reporting and use appropriate, validated outcome measures. Studies should also ensure full disclosure of data for all important clinical outcomes.
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- Mandy Jones
- c/o Cochrane Cystic Fibrosis, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
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- School of Health Sciences, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
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- School of Health Sciences and Social Care, Brunel University London, Uxbridge, UK
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- Institute of Environment, Health and Societies, Brunel University London, Uxbridge, UK
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Exercise and airway clearance techniques (ACTs) have been a cornerstone of treatment for people with cystic fibrosis (pwCF) for many decades. Exercise may confer both respiratory and nonrespiratory benefits for pwCF, with greater exercise capacity associated with improved survival. A wide variety of exercise interventions for pwCF have been investigated. ACTs may assist in reducing respiratory symptoms for pwCF and are currently recommended to be performed daily, with the types of ACTs used varying globally. While recommended components of care, both exercise and ACTs are time-intensive and maintaining adherence to the recommendations over the longer term can be challenging. It has been proposed that with advances in the therapeutic options for pwCF, a rationalization of the therapeutic regimen may be possible. We summarize the current evidence for the use of exercise and ACTs by pwCF, discuss the implications of the introduction of cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator modulators on both exercise and ACTs, and highlight areas for further research.
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A systematic review to explore how exercise-based physiotherapy via telemedicine can promote health related benefits for people with cystic fibrosis. PLOS DIGITAL HEALTH 2023; 2:e0000201. [PMID: 36848358 PMCID: PMC9970050 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pdig.0000201] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2022] [Accepted: 01/24/2023] [Indexed: 03/01/2023]
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To conduct a systematic review to evaluate the effects of physiotherapy exercises delivered via telemedicine on lung function and quality-of-life in people with Cystic Fibrosis (CF). The databases AMED, CINAHL and MEDLINE were searched from December 2001 until December 2021. Reference lists of included studies were hand-searched. The PRISMA 2020 statement was used to report the review. Studies of any design reported in the English language, included participants with CF, and within outpatient settings were included. Meta-analysis was not deemed appropriate due to the diversity of interventions and heterogeneity of the included studies. Following screening, eight studies with 180 total participants met the inclusion criteria. Sample sizes ranged from 9 to 41 participants. Research designs included five single cohort intervention studies, two randomised control trials and one feasibility study. Telemedicine-based interventions included Tai-Chi, aerobic, and resistance exercise delivered over a study period of six to twelve weeks. All included studies which measured percentage predicted forced expiratory volume in one second found no significant difference. Five studies measuring the Cystic Fibrosis Questionnaire-Revised (CFQ-R) respiratory domain found improvements, however, did not meet statistical significance. For the CFQ-R physical domain, measured by five studies, two studies found an improvement, although not statistically significant. No adverse events were reported across all studies. The included studies indicate that telemedicine-based exercise over 6-12 weeks does not significantly change lung function or quality-of-life in people with CF. Whilst the role of telemedicine in the care of pwCF is acceptable and promising; further research with standardised outcome measures, larger sample sizes and longer follow-up are required before clinical practice recommendations can be developed.
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Boat T, Hente E, Hardie W, Szczesniak R, Gecili E, Zhou G, Taylor J, Amin R. Body composition and functional correlates of CF youth experiencing pulmonary exacerbation and recovery. Pediatr Pulmonol 2023; 58:457-464. [PMID: 36271603 DOI: 10.1002/ppul.26207] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2022] [Revised: 09/22/2022] [Accepted: 10/11/2022] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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BACKGROUND Youth with cystic fibrosis (CF) and pulmonary exacerbation (PEx) often experience weight loss, then rapid weight gain. Little is known about body composition and its relationship to functional outcomes during this critical period. METHODS Twenty CF youth experiencing PEx were assessed on the day following admission and 7-17 days later at discharge for body mass index (BMI), fat mass index (FMI), lean mass index (LMI), skeletal muscle mass index (SMMI), and functional measures: percent predicted forced expiratory volume in 1 second (FEV1) (ppFEV1), maximal inspiratory and expiratory pressures (MIPs and MEPs), and handgrip strength (HGS). Changes from admission to discharge and correlations among body composition indices and functional measures at both times are reported. RESULTS Upon admission, participant BMI percentile and ppFEV1 varied from 2 to 97 and 29 to 113, respectively. Thirteen had an LMI below the 25th percentile and nine had a percent body fat above the 75th percentile. BMI and FMI increased significantly (p = 0.03, 0.003) during hospitalization. LMI and SMMI did not change. FEV1 and MIPS increased (p = 0.0003, 0.007), independent of weight gain, during treatment. HGS did not improve. CONCLUSIONS Many youth with CF, independent of BMI, frequently carried a small muscle mass and disproportionate fat at the time of PEx. During hospital treatment, weight gain largely represented fat deposition; muscle mass and strength did not improve. A need for trials of interventions designed to augment muscle mass and function, and limit fat mass accretion, at the time of PEx is suggested by these observations.
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- Thomas Boat
- Division of Pulmonary Medicine, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
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- Division of Pulmonary Medicine, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
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- Division of Pulmonary Medicine, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
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- Division of Pulmonary Medicine, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA.,Division of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
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- Division of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
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- Division of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
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- Division of Pulmonary Medicine, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
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- Division of Pulmonary Medicine, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
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Ladune R, Filleul V, Falzon C, Hayotte M, Mély L, Vallier JM, Gruet M, Vuillemin A, d'Arripe-Longueville F. Perceptions of barriers to and facilitators of physical activity in adults with cystic fibrosis. Physiother Theory Pract 2023; 39:117-127. [PMID: 34845970 DOI: 10.1080/09593985.2021.2005201] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND Physical activity (PA) is a proven therapeutic tool to increase the quality of life and life expectancy in people with cystic fibrosis (pwCF). Despite this, the PA level of pwCF is lower than recommended. OBJECTIVES This study was conducted to identify the barriers to and facilitators of PA in adults with CF with heterogeneous severity. METHODS Twenty adults with CF (mean age = 33.3±11.7 years, mean FEV1% = 50.55±20.4%) were recruited from two specialized centers and interviewed about the factors that limit and facilitate their PA. The collected data were transcribed, coded and analyzed using deductive and inductive methods. RESULTS Barriers and facilitators were classified into physical, psychological and environmental dimensions. The main barriers were fatigue, breathing difficulties, lack of available facilities, negative perceptions of PA and perceived health risks. The most important facilitators were respiratory benefits, well-being, and social support. CONCLUSION Although some barriers and facilitators were similar to those found in children with CF or adults from other vulnerable populations, others were specific to adults with CF, such as the risk of cross-contamination and transplant preparation. The comprehensive study of the barriers and facilitators in adults will enhance PA counseling for pwCF and help improve their compliance with PA recommendations.
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- Université de Toulon, Laboratoire IAPS, Toulon, France.,Hôpital Renée Sabran Hospices Civils de Lyon, Cystic Fibrosis Center, Giens, France
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- Université de Toulon, Laboratoire IAPS, Toulon, France
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McCormack C, Kehoe B, Cullivan S, McCaffrey N, Gaine S, McCullagh B, Moyna NM, Hardcastle SJ. Exploration of physical activity knowledge, preferences and support needs among pulmonary hypertension patients. PLoS One 2023; 18:e0277696. [PMID: 36652433 PMCID: PMC9847985 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0277696] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2022] [Accepted: 11/02/2022] [Indexed: 01/19/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE Physical activity (PA) is an established adjunct therapy for pulmonary hypertension (PH) patients to mitigate PH symptoms and improve quality of life. However, PA engagement within this population remains low. This study investigated PH patients' knowledge of PA, recalled advice, exercise preferences and PA support needs. METHODS Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 19 adults (mean age 50 years; SD ±12 years) diagnosed with PH, living in Ireland. Interview scripts were digitally recorded and transcribed verbatim. Thematic analysis was used to analyse the data. RESULTS Four key themes were identified: Lack of PA knowledge; exercise setting preference; accountability and monitoring; and clinician delivered PA information and guidance. CONCLUSION This study found that PH clinicians provide suboptimal PA advice, yet patients desired clinician-delivered PA guidance. Home-based exercise was preferred with monitoring and external accountability deemed as important to facilitate sustained engagement. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS PH clinicians are well positioned to play a critical role in assisting and empowering PH patients to engage in PA. Providing training and education to PH clinicians regarding exercise prescription may be beneficial. Further research is needed to evaluate the feasibility and efficacy of home-based exercise interventions to improve quality of life and physical activity in PH.
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- Ciara McCormack
- School of Health & Human Performance, Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland
- Department of Sport & Exercise Science, Waterford Institute of Technology, Waterford City, Ireland
- National Pulmonary Hypertension Unit, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Sport & Exercise Science, Waterford Institute of Technology, Waterford City, Ireland
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- National Pulmonary Hypertension Unit, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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- National Pulmonary Hypertension Unit, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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- National Pulmonary Hypertension Unit, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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- School of Health & Human Performance, Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Sport and Physical Activity, Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield, United Kingdom
- Institute for Health Research, University of Notre Dame, Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia
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Heinz KD, Walsh A, Southern KW, Johnstone Z, Regan KH. Exercise versus airway clearance techniques for people with cystic fibrosis. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2022; 6:CD013285. [PMID: 35731672 PMCID: PMC9216233 DOI: 10.1002/14651858.cd013285.pub2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND There are many accepted airway clearance techniques (ACTs) for managing the respiratory health of people with cystic fibrosis (CF); none of which demonstrate superiority. Other Cochrane Reviews have reported short-term effects related to mucus transport, but no evidence supporting long-term benefits. Exercise is an alternative ACT thought to produce shearing forces within the lung parenchyma, which enhances mucociliary clearance and the removal of viscous secretions. Recent evidence suggests that some people with CF are using exercise as a substitute for traditional ACTs, yet there is no agreed recommendation for this. Additionally, one of the top 10 research questions identified by people with CF is whether exercise can replace other ACTs. Systematically reviewing the evidence for exercise as a safe and effective ACT will help people with CF decide whether to incorporate this strategy into their treatment plans and potentially reduce their treatment burden. The timing of this review is especially pertinent given the shifting landscape of CF management with the advent of highly-effective small molecule therapies, which are changing the way people with CF are cared for. OBJECTIVES To compare the effect of exercise to other ACTs for improving respiratory function and other clinical outcomes in people with CF and to assess the potential adverse effects associated with this ACT. SEARCH METHODS On 28 February 2022, we searched the Cochrane Cystic Fibrosis Trials Register, compiled from electronic database searches and handsearching of journals and conference abstract books. We also searched the reference lists of relevant articles and reviews. We searched online clinical trial registries on 15 February 2022. We emailed authors of studies awaiting classification or potentially eligible abstracts for additional information on 1 February 2021. SELECTION CRITERIA We selected randomised controlled studies (RCTs) and quasi-RCTs comparing exercise to another ACT in people with CF for at least two treatment sessions. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS Two review authors independently extracted data and assessed risk of bias for the included studies. They assessed the certainty of the evidence using GRADE. Review authors contacted investigators for further relevant information regarding their publications. MAIN RESULTS We included four RCTs. The 86 participants had a wide range of disease severity (forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1) ranged from 54% to 95%) and were 7 to 41 years old. Two RCTs were cross-over and two were parallel in design. Participants in one RCT were hospitalised with an acute respiratory exacerbation, whilst the participants in three RCTs were clinically stable. All four RCTs compared exercise either alone or in combination with another ACT, but these were too diverse to allow us to combine results. The certainty of the evidence was very low; we downgraded it due to low participant numbers and high or unclear risks of bias across all domains. Exercise versus active cycle of breathing technique (ACBT) One cross-over trial (18 participants) compared exercise alone to ACBT. There was no change from baseline in our primary outcome FEV1, although it increased in the exercise group before returning to baseline after 30 minutes; we are unsure if exercise affected FEV1 as the evidence is very low-certainty. Similar results were seen for other measures of lung function. No adverse events occurred during the exercise sessions (very low-certainty evidence). We are unsure if ACBT was perceived to be more effective or was the preferred ACT (very low-certainty evidence). 24-hour sputum volume was less in the exercise group than with ACBT (secondary outcome). Exercise capacity, quality of life, adherence, hospitalisations and need for additional antibiotics were not reported. Exercise plus postural drainage and percussion (PD&P) versus PD&P only Two trials (55 participants) compared exercise and PD&P to PD&P alone. At two weeks, one trial narratively reported a greater increase in FEV1 % predicted with PD&P alone. At six months, the other trial reported a greater increase with exercise combined with PD&P, but did not provide data for the PD&P group. We are uncertain whether exercise with PD&P improves FEV1 as the certainty of evidence is very low. Other measures of lung function did not show clear evidence of effect. One trial reported no difference in exercise capacity (maximal work rate) after two weeks. No adverse events were reported (1 trial, 17 participants; very low-certainty evidence). Adherence was high, with all PD&P sessions and 96% of exercise sessions completed (1 trial, 17 participants; very low-certainty evidence). There was no difference between groups in 24-hour sputum volume or in the mean duration of hospitalisation, although the six-month trial reported fewer hospitalisations due to exacerbations in the exercise and PD&P group. Quality of life, ACT preference and need for antibiotics were not reported. Exercise versus underwater positive expiratory pressure (uPEP) One trial (13 participants) compared exercise to uPEP (also known as bubble PEP). No adverse events were recorded in either group (very low-certainty evidence). Trial investigators reported that participants perceived exercise as more fatiguing but also more enjoyable than bubble PEP (very low-certainty evidence). There were no differences found in the total weight of sputum collected during treatment sessions. The trial did not report the primary outcomes (FEV1, quality of life, exercise capacity) or the secondary outcomes (other measures of lung function, adherence, need for antibiotics or hospitalisations). AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS As one of the top 10 research questions identified by clinicians and people with CF, it is important to systematically review the literature regarding whether or not exercise is an acceptable and effective ACT, and whether it can replace traditional methods. We identified an insufficient number of trials to conclude whether or not exercise is a suitable alternative ACT, and the diverse design of included trials did not allow for meta-analysis of results. The evidence is very low-certainty, so we are uncertain about the effectiveness of exercise as an ACT. Longer studies examining outcomes that are important to people with CF are required to answer this question.
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Affiliation(s)
- Katie D Heinz
- Department of Medicine, Glasgow Royal Infirmary, Glasgow, UK
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- Physiotherapy Department, Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust, Liverpool, UK
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- Department of Women's and Children's Health, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK
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- Paediatric Cystic Fibrosis Unit, Royal Hospital for Sick Children, Edinburgh, UK
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McCormack C, Cullivan S, Kehoe B, McCaffrey N, Gaine S, McCullagh B, Moyna NM, Hardcastle SJ. "It is the fear of exercise that stops me" - attitudes and dimensions influencing physical activity in pulmonary hypertension patients. Pulm Circ 2021; 11:20458940211056509. [PMID: 34777786 PMCID: PMC8573491 DOI: 10.1177/20458940211056509] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2021] [Accepted: 10/12/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Pulmonary hypertension is a progressive cardiorespiratory disease that is characterized by considerable morbidity and mortality. While physical activity can improve symptoms and quality of life, engagement in this population is suboptimal. The aim of this study was to explore attitudes towards exercise and the dimensions that influence physical activity participation in individuals with pulmonary hypertension. Virtual, semi-structured interviews were conducted with individuals, with a formal diagnosis of pulmonary hypertension. Participants were recruited through the Pulmonary Hypertension Association of Ireland. Interviews were transcribed and analysed using thematic analysis. Nineteen patients were interviewed (n = 19). There was a female preponderance (n = 13) and the mean age was 50 ± 12 years. Three themes were identified and included fear, perceived value of exercise and environmental factors. Fear was the primary theme and included three sub-themes of fear of (i) over-exertion, (ii) physical damage and (iii) breathlessness. The perceived value of exercise encompassed two distinct sub-themes of perceived (i) exercise importance and (ii) benefits of exercise. Environmental factors included the terrain, weather conditions and location. Fear of overexertion, harm and dyspnoea strongly influenced attitudes to and engagement in physical activity. This study revealed heterogenous patient perspectives regarding the importance of physical activity and exercise. Future interventions that mitigate fear and promote the value of physical activity for individuals with pulmonary hypertension may have considerable benefits in promoting physical activity engagement. Such interventions require multidisciplinary involvement, including specialised pulmonary hypertension clinicians and exercise and behaviour change specialists.
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- Ciara McCormack
- School of Health & Human Performance, Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland
- National Pulmonary Hypertension Unit, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
- Ciara McCormack, School of Health & Human Performance, Dublin City University, Glasnevin Campus, Glasnevin, Dublin 9, Ireland.
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- National Pulmonary Hypertension Unit, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Sport & Exercise Science, Waterford Institute of Technology, Waterford City, Ireland
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- National Pulmonary Hypertension Unit, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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- National Pulmonary Hypertension Unit, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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- School of Health & Human Performance, Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland
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- School of Health & Human Performance, Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland
- Institute for Health Research, University of Notre Dame, Fremantle, Western Australia
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Gruet M, Saynor ZL, Urquhart DS, Radtke T. Rethinking physical exercise training in the modern era of cystic fibrosis: A step towards optimising short-term efficacy and long-term engagement. J Cyst Fibros 2021; 21:e83-e98. [PMID: 34493444 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcf.2021.08.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2021] [Revised: 07/18/2021] [Accepted: 08/04/2021] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Exercise is considered as an important component of the package of care delivered to people with cystic fibrosis (pwCF). However, despite the well-known short-term physiological and psychological benefits, training effects are heterogenous and the transfer of structured exercise programmes to the daily life of pwCF is challenging. Training concepts and strategies developed over the last decades must be adapted to consider the aging population of pwCF with associated comorbidities, and also a new generation of young pwCF that are healthier than ever. In the present review we propose a new framework for optimising the choice among available exercise training procedures and we provide a theoretical and scientifically justified rationale for considering and testing new exercise training modalities. We propose a multidisciplinary approach, considering various physiological, psychological and logistical factors, with the aim to increase effects of exercise training and build positive long-term exercise behaviour.
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- Mathieu Gruet
- IAPS Laboratory, University of Toulon, Toulon, France..
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- Physical Activity, Health and Rehabilitation Thematic Research Group, School of Sport, Health and Exercise Science, Faculty of Science and Health, University of Portsmouth, Portsmouth, UK
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- Department of Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Medicine, Royal Hospital for Children and Young People, Edinburgh, Scotland, UK.; Department of Child Life and Health, University of Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
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- Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Prevention Institute, University of Zurich & University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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