Nebulized hypertonic saline containing hyaluronic acid improves tolerability in patients with cystic fibrosis and lung disease compared with nebulized hypertonic saline alone: a prospective, randomized, double-blind, controlled study

Background: Hypertonic saline inhalation has been shown to be effective in patients with cystic fibrosis and lung disease. However, adverse events including marked airway narrowing are reported and a bronchodilator must be given before the administration of the product. Methods: We carried out a pro...

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Main Authors: Maria Lucia Furnari, Lisa Termini, Gabriella Traverso, Stefania Barrale, Maria Rita Bonaccorso, Giuseppina Damiani, Caterina Lo Piparo, Mirella Collura
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SAGE Publishing 2012-12-01
Series:Therapeutic Advances in Respiratory Disease
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1177/1753465812458984