1Dr, Hidayat Gul, 2Hassan Raza, 3Mohib Ali, 4Hassan Raza, 5Mobeen Ali, 6Kashif Lodhi
1THQ Hospital Dogra Bara District Khyber, Health Department KPK
2PIMS
3PIMS
4PIMS
5PIMS
6Department of Agricultural, Food and Environmental Sciences. Università Politécnica delle Marche Via Brecce Bianche 10, 60131 Ancona (AN) Italy
ABSTRACT:
Background: Chronic respiratory disorders such as cystic fibrosis, asthma, and bronchiolitis significantly impact the respiratory health and quality of life in children. Comprehensive management strategies are essential to improve long-term outcomes in pediatric pulmonology.
Aim: The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of comprehensive management approaches on long-term respiratory health and quality of life in children diagnosed with cystic fibrosis, asthma, and bronchiolitis.
Methods: This retrospective cohort study included 100 pediatric patients diagnosed with cystic fibrosis, asthma, or bronchiolitis who received comprehensive management from May 2023 to April 2024. The management strategies encompassed pharmacological treatments, pulmonary rehabilitation, nutritional support, and regular follow-up consultations. Data were collected on respiratory function tests, frequency of hospitalizations, exacerbation rates, and quality of life assessments using standardized questionnaires. Statistical analyses were conducted to compare pre- and post-management outcomes.
Results: The study demonstrated significant improvements in respiratory function parameters across all groups. Children with cystic fibrosis showed a 20% increase in FEV1 (Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 second) and a 25% reduction in hospitalization rates. Asthmatic patients experienced a 30% reduction in exacerbation frequency and a 15% improvement in peak expiratory flow rates. Bronchiolitis patients had a 40% decrease in respiratory distress episodes. Quality of life scores improved by 35%, 28%, and 40% in cystic fibrosis, asthma, and bronchiolitis groups, respectively.
Conclusion: Comprehensive management of chronic respiratory disorders in pediatric patients led to substantial improvements in long-term respiratory health and quality of life. These findings underscore the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in managing chronic respiratory conditions in children, which can significantly reduce morbidity and enhance overall well-being.
Keywords: Pediatric pulmonology, chronic respiratory disorders, cystic fibrosis, asthma, bronchiolitis, comprehensive management, respiratory health, quality of life.