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Kooi-van Es M, Erasmus CE, Voet NBM, van den Engel-Hoek L, van der Wees PJ. Best practice recommendations for speech-language pathology in children with neuromuscular disorders: A Delphi-based consensus study. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY 2024; 26:45-58. [PMID: 36896919 DOI: 10.1080/17549507.2023.2181224] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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PURPOSE Speech-language pathology (SLP) is considered an essential intervention due to the high prevalence of dysphagia and dysarthria in paediatric neuromuscular disorders (pNMD). Evidence-based guidelines for SLP in pNMD are missing and children could be deprived the best of care. This study aimed to achieve consensus and present best practice recommendations on SLP intervention in pNMD. METHOD A modified Delphi technique was used with a panel of experienced Dutch speech-language pathologists. In two online survey rounds and a face-to-face consensus meeting, the SLP experts proposed intervention items for cases of four types of pNMD (congenital myopathy, Duchenne muscular dystrophy, myotonic dystrophy type 1, and spinal muscular atrophy type 2), covering symptoms of dysphagia, dysarthria, drooling, and oral hygiene problems. They rated the level of agreement. RESULT Intervention items that achieved consensus were incorporated into best practice recommendations. These recommendations cover six core intervention components (wait and see, explanation and advice, training and treatment, aids and adjustments, referral to other disciplines, and monitoring) suitable for the described symptoms. CONCLUSION Insight into treatment options is essential to facilitate speech-language pathologists in clinical decision-making. The current study led to best practice recommendations for speech-language pathologists working within the field of pNMD.
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- Mieke Kooi-van Es
- Rehabilitation Centre Klimmendaal, Arnhem, The Netherlands
- Department of Rehabilitation, Radboud University Medical Centre, Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Radboud, University Medical Centre, Department of Pediatric Neurology, Amalia Children's Hospital, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Rehabilitation Centre Klimmendaal, Arnhem, The Netherlands
- Department of Rehabilitation, Radboud University Medical Centre, Nijmegen, The Netherlands, and
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- Department of Rehabilitation and IQ Healthcare, Radboud University Medical Centre, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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Souto-Miranda S, Saraiva I, Spruit MA, Marques A. Core outcome set for pulmonary rehabilitation of patients with COPD: results of a modified Delphi survey. Thorax 2023; 78:1240-1247. [PMID: 37758457 DOI: 10.1136/thorax-2023-220522] [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: 05/28/2023] [Accepted: 09/04/2023] [Indexed: 10/03/2023]
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INTRODUCTION There is high heterogeneity of outcomes and measures reported in pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) trials of people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This hinders study comparability and benchmarking of PR. We have developed a core outcome set (COS) to overcome these challenges. METHODS This study was informed by a systematic review and two qualitative studies and had patient involvement since its inception. A two-round Delphi survey was available in seven languages. Outcomes (n=63) scored 7-9 (crucial) by ≥70% of the participants and 1-3 (not that important) by ≤15% of participants from both groups in the Likert scale were automatically included in the COS, while outcomes that were considered crucial by only one of the groups were further discussed by the authors in a meeting. RESULTS A total of 299 people (n=229 healthcare professionals/researchers/policy-makers; n=70 people with COPD and informal caregivers) participated in the survey (83% retention), which covered 29 countries/five continents. After the second round, six outcomes were included and three were added in the meeting. The final COS contains dyspnoea, fatigue, functional exercise capacity, health-related quality of life, health behaviours/lifestyle, knowledge about the disease, lower limb muscle function, personal goals and problematic activities of daily living. CONCLUSION A COS for PR of people with COPD is now available and can be used by different stakeholders to improve consistency and comparability of studies, benchmark PR and improve the quality of care provided. Future research should establish the core measures and investigate the uptake of this COS.
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- Sara Souto-Miranda
- Respiratory Research and Rehabilitation Laboratory (Lab3R), School of Health Sciences (ESSUA), University of Aveiro, Aveiro, Portugal
- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Maastricht University Medical Centre, NUTRIM School of Nutrition and Translational Research in Metabolism, Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Institute of Biomedicine (iBiMED), University of Aveiro, Aveiro, Portugal
- Department of Medical Sciences (DCM), University of Aveiro, Aveiro, Portugal
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Maastricht University Medical Centre, NUTRIM School of Nutrition and Translational Research in Metabolism, Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Research and Development, Ciro, Horn, The Netherlands
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- Respiratory Research and Rehabilitation Laboratory (Lab3R), School of Health Sciences (ESSUA), University of Aveiro, Aveiro, Portugal
- Institute of Biomedicine (iBiMED), University of Aveiro, Aveiro, Portugal
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Quach S, Veitch A, Zaccagnini M, West A, Nonoyama ML. Underrepresentation of Respiratory Therapists as Experts in Delphi Studies on Respiratory Practices and Research Priorities. Respir Care 2022; 67:1609-1632. [PMID: 36442987 PMCID: PMC9994035 DOI: 10.4187/respcare.10012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Delphi survey techniques are a common consensus method used to collect feedback from an expert panel to inform practices, establish guidelines, and identify research priorities. Collecting respiratory therapists' (RT) expertise and experiences as part of consensus-building methodologies is one way to ensure that they align with RT practices and to better influence respiratory care practice. This narrative review aimed to report the RT representation in expert panels of Delphi studies focused on respiratory therapy practices and research priorities. The research question that guided this review is: to what extent are RTs included as expert participants among published Delphi studies relate to respiratory therapy and research topics? We conducted a structured search of the literature and identified 23 papers that reported Delphi studies related to respiratory care practices and 15 that reported on respiratory-related research priorities. Delphi studies that focused on reporting consensus on respiratory care practices included the following: (1) mechanical ventilation, (2) high-flow nasal cannula therapy, (3) COVID-19 respiratory management, (4) home oxygen therapy, (5) cardiopulmonary monitoring, and (6) disease-specific guidelines. Delphi studies that focused on establishing respiratory research priorities included the following: (1) theory and practice-orientated knowledge gaps, and (2) priority research topics for empirical investigation. The results of this review suggest that RTs were rarely included as expert participants and, when involved, were minimally represented (5% to 33%). Given RTs' diverse and relevant experience in respiratory care, incorporating their perspectives to inform future education, respiratory care practices, and research priorities would allow evidence to better align with knowledge gaps deemed important for the respiratory therapy profession.
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- Shirley Quach
- School of Rehabilitation Sciences, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
- Faculty of Health Sciences, Ontario Tech University, Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
- Respiratory Therapy Department, Hospital of Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Ontario Tech University, Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
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- School of Physical and Occupational Therapy, McGill University, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
- Department Respiratory Therapy, McGill University Health Centre, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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- Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists, Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Ontario Tech University, Oshawa, Ontario, Canada.
- Respiratory Therapy Department, Hospital of Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Verburg AC, Zincken J, Kiers H, van Dulmen SA, van der Wees PJ. Experiences of physiotherapists regarding a standard set of measurement instruments to improve quality of care for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a mixed methods study. J Patient Rep Outcomes 2022; 6:79. [PMID: 35852671 PMCID: PMC9296726 DOI: 10.1186/s41687-022-00487-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2022] [Accepted: 07/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Rationale
The quality of physiotherapy care for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can be improved by comparing outcomes of care in practice.
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To evaluate the experiences of physiotherapists implementing a standard set of measurement instruments to measure outcomes and improve the quality of care for patients with COPD.
Methods
This sequential explanatory mixed methods study was performed in two parts. In the quantitative part, a survey of 199 physiotherapists was conducted to evaluate their attitudes and knowledge, as well as the influence of contextual factors (i.e., practice policy and support from colleagues), in the implementation of the standard measurement set. In the qualitative part, 11 physiotherapists participated in individual interviews to elucidate their experiences using a thematical framework.
Results
The survey showed that, on average, 68.4% of the physiotherapists reported having a positive attitude about using the standard set, 85.0% felt they had sufficient knowledge of the measurement instruments, and 84.7% felt supported by practice policy and colleagues. In total, 80.3% of physiotherapists thought the standard set had added value in clinical practice, and 90.3% indicated that the measurement instruments can be valuable for evaluating treatment outcomes. The physiotherapists mentioned several barriers, such as lack of time and the unavailability of the entire standard set of measurement instruments in their practice. Moreover, the physiotherapists indicated that the measurement instruments have added value in providing transparency to policymakers through the anonymized publication of outcomes.
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Physiotherapists support the use of the standard set of measurement instruments to improve the quality of physiotherapy treatment for patients with COPD.
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Verburg AC, van Dulmen SA, Kiers H, Nijhuis-van der Sanden MWG, van der Wees PJ. A practice test and selection of a core set of outcome-based quality indicators in Dutch primary care physical therapy for patients with COPD: a cohort study. ERJ Open Res 2022; 8:00008-2022. [PMID: 35983539 PMCID: PMC9379355 DOI: 10.1183/23120541.00008-2022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2022] [Accepted: 06/06/2022] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Aim To estimate the comparability and discriminability of outcome-based quality indicators by performing a practice test in Dutch physical therapy primary care, and to select a core set of outcome-based quality indicators that are well accepted by physical therapists based on their perceived added value as a quality improvement tool. Methods First, a list of potential quality indicators was defined, followed by determination of the comparability (case-mix adjusted multilevel analysis) and discriminability (intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC)). Second, focus group meetings were conducted with stakeholders (physical therapists and senior researchers) to select a core set of quality indicators. Results Overall, 229 physical therapists from 137 practices provided 2651 treatment episodes. Comparability: in 10 of the 11 case-mix adjusted models, the ICC increased compared with the intercept-only model. Discriminability: the ICC ranged between 0.01 and 0.34, with five of the 11 ICCs being >0.10. The majority of physical therapists in each focus group preferred the inclusion of seven quality indicators in the core set, including three process and four outcome indicators based upon the 6-min walk test (6MWT), the Clinical COPD Questionnaire (CCQ), and the determination of quadriceps strength using a hand-held dynamometer. Conclusion This is the first study to describe the comparability and discriminability of the outcome-based quality indicators selected for patients with COPD treated in primary care physical therapy practices. Future research should focus on increasing data collection in daily practice and on the development of tangible methods to use as the core set of a quality improvement tool. The major finding of this study is that all participants in the focus groups accepted the quality indicators as a quality improvement tool based on their perceived added value and selected a core set of seven outcome-based quality indicators for COPD.https://bit.ly/3NJuQtq
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Souto-Miranda S, Vaes AW, Gloeckl R, Grongstad A, Spruit MA, Marques A. International perspectives on outcome measurement in pulmonary rehabilitation of people with COPD: A qualitative study. Respir Med 2022; 201:106936. [PMID: 35878502 DOI: 10.1016/j.rmed.2022.106936] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2022] [Revised: 07/02/2022] [Accepted: 07/15/2022] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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BACKGROUND There is high heterogeneity of outcomes and measures reported in the literature for pulmonary rehabilitation (PR), which might limit benchmarking and an effective evidence synthesis. A core outcome set (COS) can minimise this problem. It is however unclear which outcomes and measures are most important and suitable for different stakeholders. METHODS A multicentre qualitative study with one-to-one semi-structured interviews with people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), healthcare professionals (HCPs), researchers and policy makers was conducted. Manifest content analysis was conducted to explore the frequency of outcomes viewed as crucial or not. Thematic analysis was performed to better understand stakeholders' views. RESULTS 37 participants (17 people with COPD and 20 HCPs/researchers/policy makers) from 14 countries and 4 continents were included. Participants expressed that i) core outcomes need to be meaningful to people with COPD and show PR benefits; ii) there should be comprehensive assessment and similar outcomes across settings; iii) a balance between optimal and practical measures is needed; iv) the COS is needed to benchmark PR and advance knowledge; and v) reluctance to change outcomes/measures used by HCPs and using the COS as a maximum set of outcomes might be the pitfalls. 28 outcomes were identified as crucial, and 12 as not crucial. CONCLUSIONS This study provided important insights into outcome measurement in PR from the perspectives of different key international stakeholders and a list of outcomes that will inform a future consensus study.
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- Sara Souto-Miranda
- Respiratory Research and Rehabilitation Laboratory (Lab3R), School of Health Sciences (ESSUA) and Institute of Biomedicine (iBiMED), University of Aveiro, Aveiro, Portugal; Department of Medical Sciences (DCM), University of Aveiro, Aveiro, Portugal; Department of Respiratory Medicine, Maastricht University Medical Centre, NUTRIM School of Nutrition and Translational Research in Metabolism, Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, Maastricht University, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Research and Development, Ciro, Horn, the Netherlands
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- Institute for Pulmonary Rehabilitation Research, Schoen Klinik Berchtesgadener Land, Schoenau am Koenigssee, Germany
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Maastricht University Medical Centre, NUTRIM School of Nutrition and Translational Research in Metabolism, Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, Maastricht University, Maastricht, the Netherlands; Department of Research and Development, Ciro, Horn, the Netherlands
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- Respiratory Research and Rehabilitation Laboratory (Lab3R), School of Health Sciences (ESSUA) and Institute of Biomedicine (iBiMED), University of Aveiro, Aveiro, Portugal.
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Camus-García E, González-González AI, Heijmans M, Niño de Guzmán E, Valli C, Beltran J, Pardo-Hernández H, Ninov L, Strammiello V, Immonen K, Mavridis D, Ballester M, Suñol R, Orrego C. Self-management interventions for adults living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): The development of a Core Outcome Set for COMPAR-EU project. PLoS One 2021; 16:e0247522. [PMID: 33647039 PMCID: PMC7920347 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0247522] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2020] [Accepted: 02/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND A large body of evidence suggests that self-management interventions (SMIs) may improve outcomes in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). However, accurate comparisons of the relative effectiveness of SMIs are challenging, partly due to heterogeneity of outcomes across trials and uncertainty about the importance of these outcomes for patients. We aimed to develop a core set of patient-relevant outcomes (COS) for SMIs trials to enhance comparability of interventions and ensure person-centred care. METHODS We undertook an innovative approach consisting of four interlinked stages: i) Development of an initial catalogue of outcomes from previous EU-funded projects and/or published studies, ii) Scoping review of reviews on patients and caregivers' perspectives to identify outcomes of interest, iii) Two-round Delphi online survey with patients and patient representatives to rate the importance of outcomes, and iv) Face-to-face consensus workshop with patients, patient representatives, health professionals and researchers to develop the COS. RESULTS From an initial list of 79 potential outcomes, 16 were included in the COS plus one supplementary outcome relevant to all participants. These were related to patient and caregiver knowledge/competence, self-efficacy, patient activation, self-monitoring, adherence, smoking cessation, COPD symptoms, physical activity, sleep quality, caregiver quality of life, activities of daily living, coping with the disease, participation and decision-making, emergency room visits/admissions and cost effectiveness. CONCLUSION The development of the COPD COS for the evaluation of SMIs will increase consistency in the measurement and reporting of outcomes across trials. It will also contribute to more personalized health care and more informed health decisions in clinical practice as patients' preferences regarding COPD outcomes are more systematically included.
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- Estela Camus-García
- Avedis Donabedian Research Institute (FAD), Universitat Autonòma de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Avedis Donabedian Research Institute (FAD), Universitat Autonòma de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- Institute of General Practice, Goethe University, Frankfurt, Germany
- Red de Investigación en Servicios de Salud en Enfermedades Crónicas (REDISSEC), Spain
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- Netherlands Institute for Health Services Research (NIVEL), Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Iberoamerican Cochrane Centre Barcelona, Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Public Health, Biomedical Research Institute San Pau (IIB Sant Pau), Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Paediatrics, Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Preventive Medicine, Universidad Atónoma de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- Iberoamerican Cochrane Centre Barcelona, Biomedical Research Institute San Pau (IIB Sant Pau), Barcelona, Spain
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- Iberoamerican Cochrane Centre Barcelona, Biomedical Research Institute San Pau (IIB Sant Pau), Barcelona, Spain
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- Iberoamerican Cochrane Centre Barcelona, Biomedical Research Institute San Pau (IIB Sant Pau) - CIBER Epidemiología y Salud Pública (CIBERESP), Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Primary Education, University of Ioannina, Ioannina, Greece
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- Avedis Donabedian Research Institute (FAD), Universitat Autonòma de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- Red de Investigación en Servicios de Salud en Enfermedades Crónicas (REDISSEC), Spain
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- Avedis Donabedian Research Institute (FAD), Universitat Autonòma de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- Red de Investigación en Servicios de Salud en Enfermedades Crónicas (REDISSEC), Spain
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- Avedis Donabedian Research Institute (FAD), Universitat Autonòma de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- Red de Investigación en Servicios de Salud en Enfermedades Crónicas (REDISSEC), Spain
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Koumbourlis AC, Belessis Y, Cataletto M, Cutrera R, DeBoer E, Kazachkov M, Laberge S, Popler J, Porcaro F, Kovesi T. Care recommendations for the respiratory complications of esophageal atresia-tracheoesophageal fistula. Pediatr Pulmonol 2020; 55:2713-2729. [PMID: 32716120 DOI: 10.1002/ppul.24982] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2020] [Revised: 07/18/2020] [Accepted: 07/22/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF) with esophageal atresia (EA) is a common congenital anomaly that is associated with significant respiratory morbidity throughout life. The objective of this document is to provide a framework for the diagnosis and management of the respiratory complications that are associated with the condition. As there are no randomized controlled studies on the subject, a group of experts used a modification of the Rand Appropriateness Method to describe the various aspects of the condition in terms of their relative importance, and to rate the available diagnostic methods and therapeutic interventions on the basis of their appropriateness and necessity. Specific recommendations were formulated and reported as Level A, B, and C based on whether they were based on "strong", "moderate" or "weak" agreement. The tracheomalacia that exists in the site of the fistula was considered the main abnormality that predisposes to all other respiratory complications due to airway collapse and impaired clearance of secretions. Aspiration due to impaired airway protection reflexes is the main underlying contributing mechanism. Flexible bronchoscopy is the main diagnostic modality, aided by imaging modalities, especially CT scans of the chest. Noninvasive positive airway pressure support, surgical techniques such as tracheopexy and rarely tracheostomy are required for the management of severe tracheomalacia. Regular long-term follow-up by a multidisciplinary team was considered imperative. Specific templates outlining the elements of the clinical respiratory evaluation according to the patients' age were also developed.
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- Anastassios C Koumbourlis
- Division of Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine, Children's National Hospital, George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences, Washington, District of Columbia
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Sydney Children's Hospital Randwick, Randwick, New South Wales, Australia
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- Division of Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine, New York University, Winthrop University Hospital, Mineola, New York
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- Academic Department of Pediatrics (DPUO), Pediatric Pulmonology & Respiratory Intermediate Care Unit, Sleep and Long Term Ventilation Unit, Pediatric Hospital "Bambino Gesù" Research Institute, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Pediatrics, Section of Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine, University of Colorado Denver, Children's Hospital Colorado Breathing Institute, Aurora, Colorado
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- Department of Pediatric Pulmonology, Gastroesophageal, Upper Airway and Respiratory Diseases Center, New York University School of Medicine, New York, New York
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- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Respiratory Medicine, Sainte-Justine University Hospital Center, Université de Montréal, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Division of Pediatric Pulmonology, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Department of Pediatrics, Pediatric Pulmonology & Respiratory Intermediate Care Unit, Sleep and Long-Term Ventilation Unit, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Pediatrics, Division of Respirology, Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada
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