A Pilot Comparison Study of Vibrating Mesh Versus Standard Jet Nebuliser for Bronchodilator Delivery in COPD

Summary

Treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) incorporates various modes of inhalation therapy. The response to treatments is dose dependent thus applying the most efficient device to administer the treatment is integral. Evaluation of the efficacy of nebulisation devices in the treatment of COPD is limited. Technological development in recent years has led to new devices that optimize lung deposition and reduce the time needed for treatment. The aim of this study is to compare the vibrating mesh and jet nebuliser methods of delivering bronchodilator medication to patients hospitalised with an acute exacerbation of COPD, with respect to lung function and efficacy in spontaneously breathing patients.

Timeline

Start

2016-02

Primary completion

2017-07

Completion

2017-07

Drugs

Indications