Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis (ABPA) is a pulmonary disorder caused by hypersensitivity to the fungus Aspergillus fumigatus that complicates asthma and cystic fibrosis. It presents with uncontrolled asthma, recurrent pulmonary infiltrates, and bronchiectasis. Diagnosis involves clinical features like wheezing and hemoptysis, elevated eosinophil counts and IgE levels, positive skin tests or serum IgE to A. fumigatus, and chest imaging showing transient pulmonary opacities or bronchiectasis. Proper diagnosis is important to distinguish ABPA from other severe asthma phenotypes and initiate corticosteroid treatment.
Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA) is a hypersensitivity reaction to the fungus Aspergillus fumigatus in patients with asthma or cystic fibrosis. It occurs in 1-2% of asthmatics and 1-15% of cystic fibrosis patients. Clinical features include recurrent asthma exacerbations, cough, wheezing and blood-stained sputum. Diagnosis is based on clinical criteria and elevated IgE levels. Treatment involves oral corticosteroids, antifungal agents like itraconazole, and omalizumab for severe cases. Prognosis depends on early diagnosis and treatment to prevent lung damage.
Biologic therapies target specific inflammatory pathways involved in asthma. Omalizumab targets IgE and is approved for severe allergic asthma. It reduces exacerbations and lowers corticosteroid needs. Mepolizumab targets IL-5 and reduces exacerbations in severe eosinophilic asthma. Anti-IL-4/IL-13 and anti-IL-17 therapies are also under investigation. While biologics show promise for uncontrolled asthma, their high cost, parenteral administration, and potential adverse effects limit broader use. Accurate patient phenotyping is key to matching the right therapy.
Churg-Strauss syndrome is a disorder marked by blood vessel inflammation. This condition is also known as eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA).
Allergic Broncho Pulmonary Aspergillosis (ABPA) by Dr.Tinku JosephDr.Tinku Joseph
HRCT is more sensitive than CXR in detecting bronchiectasis and other pulmonary changes in ABPA. It helps establish the diagnosis and assess disease severity and response to treatment.
This presentation is about pulmonary manifestations of systemic vasculitis,in it m discussing about WEGNER,S GRANULOMATOSIS, churg-strauss syndrome and MPA
Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA) is a hypersensitivity reaction to the fungus Aspergillus fumigatus in patients with asthma or cystic fibrosis. It occurs in 1-2% of asthmatics and 1-15% of cystic fibrosis patients. Clinical features include recurrent asthma exacerbations, cough, wheezing and blood-stained sputum. Diagnosis is based on clinical criteria and elevated IgE levels. Treatment involves oral corticosteroids, antifungal agents like itraconazole, and omalizumab for severe cases. Prognosis depends on early diagnosis and treatment to prevent lung damage.
Biologic therapies target specific inflammatory pathways involved in asthma. Omalizumab targets IgE and is approved for severe allergic asthma. It reduces exacerbations and lowers corticosteroid needs. Mepolizumab targets IL-5 and reduces exacerbations in severe eosinophilic asthma. Anti-IL-4/IL-13 and anti-IL-17 therapies are also under investigation. While biologics show promise for uncontrolled asthma, their high cost, parenteral administration, and potential adverse effects limit broader use. Accurate patient phenotyping is key to matching the right therapy.
Churg-Strauss syndrome is a disorder marked by blood vessel inflammation. This condition is also known as eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA).
Allergic Broncho Pulmonary Aspergillosis (ABPA) by Dr.Tinku JosephDr.Tinku Joseph
HRCT is more sensitive than CXR in detecting bronchiectasis and other pulmonary changes in ABPA. It helps establish the diagnosis and assess disease severity and response to treatment.
This presentation is about pulmonary manifestations of systemic vasculitis,in it m discussing about WEGNER,S GRANULOMATOSIS, churg-strauss syndrome and MPA
This document discusses asthma phenotypes and endotypes. It defines asthma as a chronic inflammatory airway disease characterized by variable airflow obstruction and airway hyperresponsiveness. Asthma phenotypes are subtypes defined by clinical characteristics, while endotypes are subtypes defined by underlying pathophysiology and biomarkers. The document describes several asthma phenotypes including early-onset allergic asthma, late-onset eosinophilic asthma, aspirin-exacerbated respiratory disease, exercise-induced asthma, and obesity-related asthma. It also discusses non-Th2 endotypes such as neutrophilic asthma and smoking-related asthma. The document emphasizes moving toward personalized treatment based on individual endotypes.
Asthma management phenotype based approachGamal Agmy
Phenotypes and endotypes are approaches to classifying asthma subtypes based on clinical characteristics and underlying biological mechanisms. The document discusses several potential asthma endotypes including:
1) TH2-high endotypes like early-onset allergic asthma characterized by genetics predisposing to TH2 cytokines, biomarkers like elevated IgE and eosinophils, and response to anti-IgE therapy.
2) Late-onset eosinophilic asthma characterized by persistent sputum eosinophilia despite steroids and potential response to anti-IL5 therapy.
3) Aspirin-exacerbated respiratory disease which may be a similar endotype to intrinsic or allergic asthma due to acquired NSA
This document discusses hypereosinophillic syndrome (HES), which is defined as persistent eosinophilia with organ involvement. It outlines the biology of eosinophils and defines reactive vs idiopathic hypereosinophilia. HES can be classified as myeloproliferative- or lymphocytic-variant based on underlying cause. Common organ systems involved are heart, lungs, skin and nervous system. The document recommends investigations to identify underlying causes and excludes other conditions. It also discusses treatment options for HES, including corticosteroids and targeted therapies depending on the identified genetic abnormality or cytokine driving eosinophil production.
- Administered questionnaires
- Performed skin prick tests to common aeroallergens
- Collected blood samples for total IgE & specific IgE
FENO measurement:
- Using NIOX MINO ( Aerocrine AB, Solna, Sweden)
- According to ATS/ERS guidelines
JACI. 2011; 127 ( 5) : 1165-72.e5.
Allergic sensitization:
- Positive SPT ( wheal diameter ≥ 3 mm) to at least one allergen
- Or specific IgE ≥ 0.35 kU/L to at least one allergen
Asthma:
Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis (ABPA) is an allergic pulmonary disorder caused by a hypersensitivity reaction to the fungus Aspergillus fumigatus. It occurs most commonly in people with asthma or cystic fibrosis. The pathogenesis involves an immune response to Aspergillus colonization in the airways leading to mucus plugging, bronchiectasis, and lung fibrosis. Diagnosis is based on criteria including asthma, positive skin test or serum IgE to Aspergillus, eosinophilia, elevated total serum IgE, and central bronchiectasis on chest imaging. Treatment involves systemic corticosteroids to suppress the immune response along with antifungal agents
Asthma is a heterogeneous disease with different phenotypes and endotypes. Severe asthma is a subset of difficult-to-treat asthma that remains uncontrolled despite maximal optimized treatment. Cluster analysis has identified several asthma phenotypes including eosinophilic phenotypes characterized by type 2 inflammation as well as non-type 2 phenotypes. Biomarkers can help identify patients with type 2 inflammation who may benefit from targeted biologic therapies.
This document discusses various asthma phenotypes and endotypes. It begins by defining asthma and noting that it is a heterogeneous syndrome rather than a single disease. It then discusses several clinically observed phenotypes categorized by factors like age of onset, severity, triggers, and treatment response. Molecular mechanisms like T-helper type 2 inflammation are discussed and used to define endotypes. Specific phenotypes discussed in more depth include early onset allergic asthma, late onset eosinophilic asthma, aspirin exacerbated respiratory disease, exercise induced asthma, obesity related asthma, and neutrophilic asthma. Biomarkers, genetics, and treatment approaches are covered for each phenotype.
The document discusses various COPD phenotypes including:
1) Asthma-COPD overlap phenotype characterized by incompletely reversible airway obstruction and asthma-like features.
2) Frequent exacerbator phenotype defined as 2 or more exacerbations per year which increases health risks.
3) Upper lobe-predominant emphysema phenotype where surgical lung volume reduction may help.
4) Infrequent exacerbator phenotype experiencing less than two exacerbations per year requiring only bronchodilators.
5) Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency phenotype which is a genetic cause of panlobular emphysema.
Respiratory Complication Of Rheumatic Diseasedrmomusa
This document discusses respiratory complications of rheumatic diseases. It covers causes of diffuse parenchymal lung disease including infections, drugs, and connective tissue diseases. Clinical evaluation involves assessing symptoms, signs, imaging like HRCT, lung function tests, and biopsies. Specific lung manifestations are discussed for diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, SLE, and scleroderma. Drugs that can cause interstitial lung disease or other pulmonary complications are also outlined. Future areas of research are mentioned.
Sarcoidosis is a multisystem disorder characterized by non-caseating granulomas that commonly affect the lungs and lymph nodes. It most often occurs in adults under 40 years old and has a higher prevalence in African Americans. While the exact cause is unknown, it involves an abnormal immune response in genetically predisposed individuals. Lung involvement is present in 90% of cases and lymph node involvement in 70% of cases. Pulmonary sarcoidosis ranges from asymptomatic hilar lymphadenopathy to progressive pulmonary fibrosis. Skin and eye involvement also occurs in a significant portion of patients.
Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA) is a lung disease caused by an allergic reaction to the fungus Aspergillus, which commonly infects people with asthma or cystic fibrosis. ABPA involves inflammation and scarring of the airways. It is diagnosed based on criteria including asthma, elevated IgE levels, eosinophilia, and chest imaging findings. Treatment involves use of corticosteroids to reduce inflammation, along with antifungal medications. Patients also need to avoid exposure to mold spores.
This document outlines hypersensitivity pneumonitis (HP), beginning with its historical perspective of being first described in farmers exposed to moldy grains in the early 1900s. It then discusses the epidemiology, finding HP prevalence is less than 2% and most common causes are exposure to avian proteins. The pathogenesis involves an abnormal immune response to inhaled antigens like organic materials from birds or fungi. Clinical findings are described for acute, subacute and chronic HP, with acute presenting with flu-like symptoms and subacute/chronic showing interstitial lung disease on imaging and pulmonary function tests.
* SLE can affect all components of the respiratory system, with clinical presentations ranging from asymptomatic to life-threatening.
* Pleural effusion is the most common pulmonary manifestation in SLE and usually presents as bilateral, small or moderate exudative effusions that resolve spontaneously without residual damage.
* Diffuse alveolar hemorrhage is a serious pulmonary complication characterized by hemoptysis, rapid drop in hemoglobin, and new infiltrates on imaging, requiring aggressive immunosuppression.
This document defines and outlines Churg-Strauss Syndrome (CSS), a rare eosinophilic vasculitis disease. It provides details on the epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of CSS. CSS is characterized by eosinophil-rich inflammation involving small to medium blood vessels and is associated with asthma, allergies, and eosinophilia. Treatment involves high doses of corticosteroids, with immunosuppressants used for resistant cases. Prognosis is generally better than other vasculitis diseases but mortality can occur from cardiac or neurological involvement.
NSAIDs hypersensitivity, in particular NERD (NSAIDs-exacerbated respiratory disease), can manifest as exacerbations of asthma and chronic rhinosinusitis symptoms after ingestion of NSAIDs. NERD is characterized by chronic eosinophilic inflammation of the upper and lower airways in patients with underlying asthma and/or rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps. Clinical features may include nasal congestion, wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath within 30-180 minutes of NSAID intake. Diagnosis is typically made through an oral aspirin challenge demonstrating provocation of respiratory symptoms.
This document summarizes the treatment of granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA), formerly known as Wegener's granulomatosis. It describes initial immunosuppressive therapy including glucocorticoids combined with cyclophosphamide or rituximab for moderate to severe disease. Maintenance immunosuppressive therapy options include methotrexate, azathioprine and low dose glucocorticoids, typically continued for 12-18 months after remission is achieved. Prophylactic treatments and management of organ system involvement are also outlined.
Diffuse alveolar hemorrhage (DAH) is a life-threatening condition characterized by widespread bleeding from the pulmonary microcirculation. It can be caused by capillaritis due to conditions like Wegener's granulomatosis or idiopathic. Diagnosis involves clinical evaluation, chest imaging, hematological and urine tests, and bronchoscopy with BAL. Treatment focuses on controlling bleeding with corticosteroids, immunosuppressants, and supportive care. DAH requires prompt diagnosis and treatment to reduce high morbidity and mortality risks.
This document discusses the medications pirfenidone and nintedanib for treating pulmonary fibrosis. It provides details on their mechanisms of action, dosing protocols, adverse effects, monitoring recommendations, and dosage adjustments. Pirfenidone is thought to inhibit TGF-beta and TNF-alpha to reduce inflammation. Its most common side effects include nausea, rash, and diarrhea. Nintedanib targets tyrosine kinases involved in fibrosis, and its frequent adverse effects are diarrhea, nausea, and liver enzyme elevations. Both drugs require careful titration and monitoring of liver function due to potential for toxicity.
This document summarizes aspergillosis, including invasive pulmonary aspergillosis (IPA), chronic necrotizing aspergillosis (CNA), and aspergilloma. Aspergillus is a common mold that can cause a variety of pulmonary diseases. IPA predominantly affects immunocompromised patients and presents as pneumonia. Diagnosis involves tissue biopsy, galactomannan testing, and imaging. Voriconazole is recommended treatment. CNA occurs in patients with underlying lung disease and is characterized by slow lung tissue invasion. Itraconazole is effective treatment. Aspergilloma involves a fungus ball in a pre-existing lung cavity.
This document discusses the link between allergic rhinitis (AR) and asthma. It finds that AR and asthma frequently co-exist, with AR often preceding and being a risk factor for developing asthma. The two conditions are considered linked manifestations of the same disease in the upper and lower airways. Both involve similar inflammatory processes and share common triggers. Treating AR can reduce asthma symptoms and risk of exacerbations. The severity of AR is also correlated with asthma severity.
case report : allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosiskhoirul anwar
The document reports on a 60-year-old male patient admitted to the hospital with main complaints of shortness of breath and heavy coughing for 2 months. The patient has a history of coughing up white to yellow sputum for about 1 year. Tests show the patient has bronchiectasis infected with hypersensitivity syndrome ec ABPA (allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis) and DM2NO. Treatment includes antibiotics, bronchodilators, antifungals and diabetes medication. Further tests are awaiting results to determine a definitive diagnosis and guide treatment.
This document discusses asthma phenotypes and endotypes. It defines asthma as a chronic inflammatory airway disease characterized by variable airflow obstruction and airway hyperresponsiveness. Asthma phenotypes are subtypes defined by clinical characteristics, while endotypes are subtypes defined by underlying pathophysiology and biomarkers. The document describes several asthma phenotypes including early-onset allergic asthma, late-onset eosinophilic asthma, aspirin-exacerbated respiratory disease, exercise-induced asthma, and obesity-related asthma. It also discusses non-Th2 endotypes such as neutrophilic asthma and smoking-related asthma. The document emphasizes moving toward personalized treatment based on individual endotypes.
Asthma management phenotype based approachGamal Agmy
Phenotypes and endotypes are approaches to classifying asthma subtypes based on clinical characteristics and underlying biological mechanisms. The document discusses several potential asthma endotypes including:
1) TH2-high endotypes like early-onset allergic asthma characterized by genetics predisposing to TH2 cytokines, biomarkers like elevated IgE and eosinophils, and response to anti-IgE therapy.
2) Late-onset eosinophilic asthma characterized by persistent sputum eosinophilia despite steroids and potential response to anti-IL5 therapy.
3) Aspirin-exacerbated respiratory disease which may be a similar endotype to intrinsic or allergic asthma due to acquired NSA
This document discusses hypereosinophillic syndrome (HES), which is defined as persistent eosinophilia with organ involvement. It outlines the biology of eosinophils and defines reactive vs idiopathic hypereosinophilia. HES can be classified as myeloproliferative- or lymphocytic-variant based on underlying cause. Common organ systems involved are heart, lungs, skin and nervous system. The document recommends investigations to identify underlying causes and excludes other conditions. It also discusses treatment options for HES, including corticosteroids and targeted therapies depending on the identified genetic abnormality or cytokine driving eosinophil production.
- Administered questionnaires
- Performed skin prick tests to common aeroallergens
- Collected blood samples for total IgE & specific IgE
FENO measurement:
- Using NIOX MINO ( Aerocrine AB, Solna, Sweden)
- According to ATS/ERS guidelines
JACI. 2011; 127 ( 5) : 1165-72.e5.
Allergic sensitization:
- Positive SPT ( wheal diameter ≥ 3 mm) to at least one allergen
- Or specific IgE ≥ 0.35 kU/L to at least one allergen
Asthma:
Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis (ABPA) is an allergic pulmonary disorder caused by a hypersensitivity reaction to the fungus Aspergillus fumigatus. It occurs most commonly in people with asthma or cystic fibrosis. The pathogenesis involves an immune response to Aspergillus colonization in the airways leading to mucus plugging, bronchiectasis, and lung fibrosis. Diagnosis is based on criteria including asthma, positive skin test or serum IgE to Aspergillus, eosinophilia, elevated total serum IgE, and central bronchiectasis on chest imaging. Treatment involves systemic corticosteroids to suppress the immune response along with antifungal agents
Asthma is a heterogeneous disease with different phenotypes and endotypes. Severe asthma is a subset of difficult-to-treat asthma that remains uncontrolled despite maximal optimized treatment. Cluster analysis has identified several asthma phenotypes including eosinophilic phenotypes characterized by type 2 inflammation as well as non-type 2 phenotypes. Biomarkers can help identify patients with type 2 inflammation who may benefit from targeted biologic therapies.
This document discusses various asthma phenotypes and endotypes. It begins by defining asthma and noting that it is a heterogeneous syndrome rather than a single disease. It then discusses several clinically observed phenotypes categorized by factors like age of onset, severity, triggers, and treatment response. Molecular mechanisms like T-helper type 2 inflammation are discussed and used to define endotypes. Specific phenotypes discussed in more depth include early onset allergic asthma, late onset eosinophilic asthma, aspirin exacerbated respiratory disease, exercise induced asthma, obesity related asthma, and neutrophilic asthma. Biomarkers, genetics, and treatment approaches are covered for each phenotype.
The document discusses various COPD phenotypes including:
1) Asthma-COPD overlap phenotype characterized by incompletely reversible airway obstruction and asthma-like features.
2) Frequent exacerbator phenotype defined as 2 or more exacerbations per year which increases health risks.
3) Upper lobe-predominant emphysema phenotype where surgical lung volume reduction may help.
4) Infrequent exacerbator phenotype experiencing less than two exacerbations per year requiring only bronchodilators.
5) Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency phenotype which is a genetic cause of panlobular emphysema.
Respiratory Complication Of Rheumatic Diseasedrmomusa
This document discusses respiratory complications of rheumatic diseases. It covers causes of diffuse parenchymal lung disease including infections, drugs, and connective tissue diseases. Clinical evaluation involves assessing symptoms, signs, imaging like HRCT, lung function tests, and biopsies. Specific lung manifestations are discussed for diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, SLE, and scleroderma. Drugs that can cause interstitial lung disease or other pulmonary complications are also outlined. Future areas of research are mentioned.
Sarcoidosis is a multisystem disorder characterized by non-caseating granulomas that commonly affect the lungs and lymph nodes. It most often occurs in adults under 40 years old and has a higher prevalence in African Americans. While the exact cause is unknown, it involves an abnormal immune response in genetically predisposed individuals. Lung involvement is present in 90% of cases and lymph node involvement in 70% of cases. Pulmonary sarcoidosis ranges from asymptomatic hilar lymphadenopathy to progressive pulmonary fibrosis. Skin and eye involvement also occurs in a significant portion of patients.
Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA) is a lung disease caused by an allergic reaction to the fungus Aspergillus, which commonly infects people with asthma or cystic fibrosis. ABPA involves inflammation and scarring of the airways. It is diagnosed based on criteria including asthma, elevated IgE levels, eosinophilia, and chest imaging findings. Treatment involves use of corticosteroids to reduce inflammation, along with antifungal medications. Patients also need to avoid exposure to mold spores.
This document outlines hypersensitivity pneumonitis (HP), beginning with its historical perspective of being first described in farmers exposed to moldy grains in the early 1900s. It then discusses the epidemiology, finding HP prevalence is less than 2% and most common causes are exposure to avian proteins. The pathogenesis involves an abnormal immune response to inhaled antigens like organic materials from birds or fungi. Clinical findings are described for acute, subacute and chronic HP, with acute presenting with flu-like symptoms and subacute/chronic showing interstitial lung disease on imaging and pulmonary function tests.
* SLE can affect all components of the respiratory system, with clinical presentations ranging from asymptomatic to life-threatening.
* Pleural effusion is the most common pulmonary manifestation in SLE and usually presents as bilateral, small or moderate exudative effusions that resolve spontaneously without residual damage.
* Diffuse alveolar hemorrhage is a serious pulmonary complication characterized by hemoptysis, rapid drop in hemoglobin, and new infiltrates on imaging, requiring aggressive immunosuppression.
This document defines and outlines Churg-Strauss Syndrome (CSS), a rare eosinophilic vasculitis disease. It provides details on the epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of CSS. CSS is characterized by eosinophil-rich inflammation involving small to medium blood vessels and is associated with asthma, allergies, and eosinophilia. Treatment involves high doses of corticosteroids, with immunosuppressants used for resistant cases. Prognosis is generally better than other vasculitis diseases but mortality can occur from cardiac or neurological involvement.
NSAIDs hypersensitivity, in particular NERD (NSAIDs-exacerbated respiratory disease), can manifest as exacerbations of asthma and chronic rhinosinusitis symptoms after ingestion of NSAIDs. NERD is characterized by chronic eosinophilic inflammation of the upper and lower airways in patients with underlying asthma and/or rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps. Clinical features may include nasal congestion, wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath within 30-180 minutes of NSAID intake. Diagnosis is typically made through an oral aspirin challenge demonstrating provocation of respiratory symptoms.
This document summarizes the treatment of granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA), formerly known as Wegener's granulomatosis. It describes initial immunosuppressive therapy including glucocorticoids combined with cyclophosphamide or rituximab for moderate to severe disease. Maintenance immunosuppressive therapy options include methotrexate, azathioprine and low dose glucocorticoids, typically continued for 12-18 months after remission is achieved. Prophylactic treatments and management of organ system involvement are also outlined.
Diffuse alveolar hemorrhage (DAH) is a life-threatening condition characterized by widespread bleeding from the pulmonary microcirculation. It can be caused by capillaritis due to conditions like Wegener's granulomatosis or idiopathic. Diagnosis involves clinical evaluation, chest imaging, hematological and urine tests, and bronchoscopy with BAL. Treatment focuses on controlling bleeding with corticosteroids, immunosuppressants, and supportive care. DAH requires prompt diagnosis and treatment to reduce high morbidity and mortality risks.
This document discusses the medications pirfenidone and nintedanib for treating pulmonary fibrosis. It provides details on their mechanisms of action, dosing protocols, adverse effects, monitoring recommendations, and dosage adjustments. Pirfenidone is thought to inhibit TGF-beta and TNF-alpha to reduce inflammation. Its most common side effects include nausea, rash, and diarrhea. Nintedanib targets tyrosine kinases involved in fibrosis, and its frequent adverse effects are diarrhea, nausea, and liver enzyme elevations. Both drugs require careful titration and monitoring of liver function due to potential for toxicity.
This document summarizes aspergillosis, including invasive pulmonary aspergillosis (IPA), chronic necrotizing aspergillosis (CNA), and aspergilloma. Aspergillus is a common mold that can cause a variety of pulmonary diseases. IPA predominantly affects immunocompromised patients and presents as pneumonia. Diagnosis involves tissue biopsy, galactomannan testing, and imaging. Voriconazole is recommended treatment. CNA occurs in patients with underlying lung disease and is characterized by slow lung tissue invasion. Itraconazole is effective treatment. Aspergilloma involves a fungus ball in a pre-existing lung cavity.
This document discusses the link between allergic rhinitis (AR) and asthma. It finds that AR and asthma frequently co-exist, with AR often preceding and being a risk factor for developing asthma. The two conditions are considered linked manifestations of the same disease in the upper and lower airways. Both involve similar inflammatory processes and share common triggers. Treating AR can reduce asthma symptoms and risk of exacerbations. The severity of AR is also correlated with asthma severity.
case report : allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosiskhoirul anwar
The document reports on a 60-year-old male patient admitted to the hospital with main complaints of shortness of breath and heavy coughing for 2 months. The patient has a history of coughing up white to yellow sputum for about 1 year. Tests show the patient has bronchiectasis infected with hypersensitivity syndrome ec ABPA (allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis) and DM2NO. Treatment includes antibiotics, bronchodilators, antifungals and diabetes medication. Further tests are awaiting results to determine a definitive diagnosis and guide treatment.
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Allergic BronchoPulmonary Aspergillosis (ABPA) is an inflammatory lung disease caused by an allergic response to the fungus Aspergillus fumigatus. It mostly affects people with asthma or cystic fibrosis. ABPA is characterized by elevated IgE levels, eosinophilia, fleeting pulmonary opacities on imaging, and bronchial wall thickening or bronchiectasis. Diagnosis requires specific criteria involving immunological markers and radiological findings. Management involves use of oral steroids and antifungal azole drugs.
Allergic rhinitis and asthma are linked airway diseases that share common inflammatory pathways. Both conditions involve inflammation of the respiratory mucosa and similar inflammatory cells and mediators. Up to 88% of asthma patients also have allergic rhinitis, and allergic rhinitis is a risk factor for the development of asthma. Symptoms of allergic rhinitis and asthma correlate with the early and late phase inflammatory responses in both conditions. Treatment of rhinitis may help control asthma symptoms and reduce exacerbations.
This document discusses Aspergillosis, a fungal infection caused by Aspergillus mold. It can cause different types of infections depending on the immune status of the infected person, ranging from mild to very serious invasive infections. Diagnosis involves culture, antigen testing, imaging and biopsy. Treatment depends on the type of infection but may include antifungal medications. Those at highest risk are those with weakened immune systems.
Allergen Skin Test Reactivity and Eosinophilia in Adult Bronchial Asthmatic P...MatiaAhmed
1) The document summarizes a study on allergen skin test reactivity and eosinophilia in adult bronchial asthmatic patients.
2) The study found that the maximum number of asthmatic patients had positive skin prick tests for dust mites. Dust mites were found to be a significant allergen followed by house dust and cockroach.
3) The mean eosinophil count was significantly higher in asthmatic adults compared to healthy subjects. However, the association between positive skin prick tests and increased eosinophil counts was not statistically significant.
4) In conclusion, the study found that dust mites, house dust, and cockroaches are common allerg
This document provides an overview of Allergic Broncho Pulmonary Aspergillosis (ABPA). It defines ABPA as an inflammatory lung disease caused by a hypersensitivity reaction to the fungus Aspergillus in the lungs of those with asthma or cystic fibrosis. The document discusses the history, epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical features, diagnosis and treatment of ABPA. Key points include that ABPA involves eosinophilic inflammation and IgE mediated hypersensitivity in response to Aspergillus antigens, leading to bronchial obstruction and pulmonary infiltrates. Diagnosis involves assessing symptoms, signs, immunological tests for Aspergillus antibodies and radiographic evidence of pulmonary opacities. Treatment focuses on reducing inflammation with
Aspergillosis Patients Support Outreach Meeting London June 2011 - David DenningGraham Atherton
Talk given to the Aspergillosis Patients Outreach Meeting in London entitled "ABPA and SAFS" by National Aspergillosis Centre Director Professor David Denning
1) Allergic rhinitis (AR) is a common condition that affects millions of people in the US. It imposes a significant economic burden due to direct and indirect medical costs.
2) The diagnosis of AR can often be made based on a patient's symptoms of sneezing, rhinorrhea, nasal congestion, and watery eyes. It is important to differentiate between seasonal and perennial AR.
3) Other conditions like sinusitis and non-allergic rhinitis should also be considered in patients with nasal symptoms. Examination may reveal signs of conditions like asthma that commonly accompany AR.
Management of Chronic Pulmonary Aspergillosis and IgE for the LaypersonGraham Atherton
Professor Denning summarises how we manage CPA at the National Aspergillosis Centre, what we have learned, what we are still learning.
Graham Atherton describes IgE and how it affects Aspergillosis
Allergic Rhinitis and Co-morbid Asthma.pptxnitindoshi8
Allergic rhinitis and asthma often co-exist, with allergic rhinitis preceding and potentially contributing to asthma. They share similar inflammatory pathways and epidemiological data finds allergic rhinitis in 65.24% of asthma patients in India. Second-generation antihistamines and inhaled nasal steroids are first-line treatments for mild-moderate allergic rhinitis, while immunotherapy may be used for moderate-severe or persistent cases. Proper treatment of allergic rhinitis can help control asthma symptoms and reduce costs.
"ABSTRACT
Background. Asthma is a chronic airway inflammation. There is increasing evidence confirming in severe or persistent asthma systemic inflammation can occur. Spillover of inflammatory mediators into the circulation is generally considered to be the source of this systemic inflammation. Obesity is well known to be associated with systemic inflammation too. Both asthma and obesity often occur in the same individual. We examined the independent and synergistic associations of asthma uncontrolled and obesity with systemic inflammation using high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP).
Methods. This was an observational study with cross-sectional approach in 48 asthma subjects with aged 18 – 55 years old without diabetes, cardiovascular disease, hypertension and non smoker. The study was performed in the Hasanuddin Teaching Hospital South Sulawesi Indonesia. Asthma control was assessed using asthma control test (ACT).
Results : Mean of hs-CRP levels were significantly higher in uncontrolled asthma than controlled asthma (4.23 + 3.11 vs 0.92 + 0.61 ; p=0.001). The high hs-CRP levels were most found in uncontrolled asthma patients than controlled asthma. Obese Subject with uncontrolled asthma have higher hs-CRP levels compared to obese subject with controlled asthma (p=0.026). In non obese subject with uncontrolled asthma have also siginificant higher hs-CRP compared to non obese controlled asthma (p=0.005). Hs-CRP level significantly higher in uncontrolled asthma both in obese and non-obese subject. Hs-CRP levels in asthma subject were not influenced by age (p=1.000), gender (p=0.822), family history of asthma (p=0.117), long duration of asthma (p=0.117) and used of steroid. (p=0.358).
Conclusion : Uncontrolled Asthma associated with systemic inflammation both in obese and non obese subject. These findings underline a potensial CVD risk in asthma especially with uncontrolled status.
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Asthma is a chronic inflammatory airways disease affecting over 260 million people globally. The document summarizes evidence from 142 studies on subcutaneous immunotherapy (SCIT) and sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT) for treating allergic rhinitis and asthma. SCIT was found to significantly improve asthma and rhinitis/rhinoconjunctivitis symptoms and reduce medication use compared to placebo or standard therapy in the majority of studies. SLIT was also found to significantly improve asthma symptoms compared to placebo or standard care in all studies. Both SCIT and SLIT demonstrated effectiveness, though direct comparisons between the two methods were limited.
Occurrence of COPD in Patients with Respiratory Allergy: A Clinico-Spirometri...DR. SUJOY MUKHERJEE
This study evaluated the occurrence of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in patients with respiratory allergy symptoms. 550 patients aged 18-60 years with chronic respiratory symptoms were divided into two groups - those with symptoms of respiratory allergy like nasal congestion and sneezing (n=260) and those without allergy symptoms (n=290). Both groups underwent spirometric testing and were categorized based on lung function. The study found that 18.97% of the non-allergic group had COPD, compared to only 7.69% of the allergic group, and this difference was statistically significant. Additionally, post-bronchodilator spirometry values were significantly lower in the non-
Reactive airway disease is a condition characterized by reversible airway narrowing caused by external triggers. It includes conditions like asthma and describes respiratory symptoms in infants too young for diagnostic testing. Common symptoms include coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and mucus in the airways. It is often caused by irritants like pet dander, pollen, smoke, or changes in weather. Diagnosis involves tests to check for infection or inflammation while treatment focuses on relieving symptoms through emergency oxygen, bronchodilators, epinephrine injections, or avoiding triggers.
1. This cross-sectional study aims to identify common organisms causing infections in COPD and asthma patients by sputum culture and determine the antimicrobial susceptibility patterns of isolated microorganisms.
2. Sputum samples will be collected from 100 COPD and asthma patients experiencing acute exacerbations at a hospital in Jodhpur, India. Samples will undergo culture and identification of bacteria/fungi followed by antimicrobial susceptibility testing.
3. Preliminary results from previous studies suggest bacteria like H. influenzae, S. pneumoniae, and M. catarrhalis commonly cause COPD exacerbations, while studies of asthma patient microbiota show alterations compared to healthy individuals.
The document discusses asthma and allergic rhinitis (AR). It notes that both are common chronic diseases that affect quality of life and have economic impacts. The prevalence of AR is about twice as high as asthma worldwide. Studies show AR frequently co-exists with asthma, with 40-80% of asthma patients also having AR. They share common triggers, inflammatory processes, and symptoms. Effectively treating AR can help control asthma symptoms and reduce exacerbations. Overall, the document presents asthma and AR as two manifestations of the same overall condition that often overlap and should be treated simultaneously.
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- Cat and dog allergens such as Fel d 1 and Can f 1 are major allergens found in fur, dander, and saliva that can become airborne and cause sensitization in a large percentage of allergic individuals.
- Lipocalins make up many mammalian allergens and show cross-reactivity between species due to structural similarities, explaining co-sensitizations between cats, dogs, horses, and other animals.
- Higher levels of IgE antibodies to specific dog lipocalins are associated with more severe asthma in children with dog allergy.
1) DRESS syndrome is a severe cutaneous drug reaction characterized by fever, lymphadenopathy, hematologic abnormalities, multisystem involvement, and viral reactivation. It has a delayed onset of 2-3 weeks after starting the culprit drug.
2) The skin manifestations are typically a polymorphous maculopapular eruption and facial edema. Systemic involvement can include the liver, kidneys, lungs and other organs.
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3. Introduction
Aspergillosis of the respiratory tract has diverse manifestations that range from
hypersensitivity disorders to rapidly invasive disseminated disease
These can be classified into 3 distinct clinical categories:
> Allergic aspergillosis
> Saprophytic colonization
> Invasive aspergillosis
Shah A, et al. Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis: A Perplexing Clinical Entity. Allergy Asthma Immunol Res 2016.
4. Shah A, et al. Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis: A Perplexing Clinical Entity. Allergy Asthma Immunol Res 2016.
5. Patterson K, et al. Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis. PROCEEDINGS OF THE AMERICAN THORACIC SOCIETY 2010.
6. Introduction
Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA) is a pulmonary disorder caused by
hypersensitivity to Aspergillus fumigatus that complicates the course of patients with
asthma and cystic fibrosis
ABPA can rarely complicate other lung diseases like COPD, idiopathic bronchiectasis,
post-tubercular bronchiectasis, bronchiectasis secondary to Kartagener’s syndrome,
chronic granulomatous disease, hyper-IgE syndrome
In susceptible hosts, an allergic response is evoked by repeated inhalation of Aspergillus
spores
The fungal antigens elicit mainly a type I reaction (+/- type III and IV reactions), but tissue
invasion does not occur
When fungi other than Aspergillus are responsible for such a condition, it is termed as
allergic bronchopulmonary mycoses (ABPM)
Agarwal A, et al. Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis: review of literature and proposal of new diagnostic and classification criteria. Clinical & Experimental Allergy 2013.
Shah A, et al. Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis: A Perplexing Clinical Entity. Allergy Asthma Immunol Res 2016.
8. Introduction
It presents with varied clinical and radiological manifestations:
> Uncontrolled asthma
> Recurrent pulmonary infiltrates
> Bronchiectasis (+/-)
The disease remains under-diagnosed in many countries:
> 33% misdiagnosed as pulmonary tuberculosis
Agarwal A, et al. Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis: review of literature and proposal of new diagnostic and classification criteria. Clinical & Experimental Allergy 2013.
Shah A, et al. Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis: A Perplexing Clinical Entity. Allergy Asthma Immunol Res 2016.
9. Introduction
Aspergillosis-induced asthma (AIA) = patients with asthma who have a positive immediate
(type I) IgE-mediated hypersensitivity to Aspergillus
A wide variation to the tune of 16% to 38% has been observed in Aspergillus sensitization
among asthmatics across the world
Shah A, et al. Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis: A Perplexing Clinical Entity. Allergy Asthma Immunol Res 2016.
10. Introduction
Severe asthma with fungal sensitization (SAFS) = a subset of asthmatics that demonstrated
sensitization to fungal antigens and had frequent exacerbations of asthma that
necessitated admission to the hospital
Diagnostic criteria:
> Severe (poorly controlled) asthma
> Either a positive skin prick test result for fungi (but not necessarily to Aspergillus species)
or in vitro demonstration of antifungal IgE of at least 0.4 kU/L
> Total serum IgE concentration <1,000 kU/L
Unlike in ABPA, patients with SAFS do not have mucoid impaction or bronchiectasis
While severe asthma is one of the diagnostic criteria for SAFS, ABPA also develops in those
with mild or moderate asthma
Shah A, et al. Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis: A Perplexing Clinical Entity. Allergy Asthma Immunol Res 2016.
11. Epidemiology
Agarwal A, et al. Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis: review of literature and proposal of new diagnostic and classification criteria. Clinical & Experimental Allergy 2013.
Denning et al. estimated the global burden of 4.8 million (range 1.4–
6.8) ABPA patients in a world-wide asthma population of 193 million
13. Abbas AK, et al. Immunity to Microbes. CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR IMMUNOLOGY (9th EDITION) 2018.
14. Knutsen AP, et al. Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis in Asthma and Cystic Fibrosis. Clinical and Developmental Immunology 2011.
15. Agarwal A, et al. Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis: review of literature and proposal of new diagnostic and classification criteria. Clinical & Experimental Allergy 2013.
16. Agarwal A, et al. Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis: review of literature and proposal of new diagnostic and classification criteria. Clinical & Experimental Allergy 2013.
17. Agarwal A, et al. Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis: review of literature and proposal of new diagnostic and classification criteria. Clinical & Experimental Allergy 2013.
19. Diagnosis and Diagnostic Criteria:
Clinical Features
Symptoms Signs
Poorly controlled asthma Fever
Wheezing Wheezing
Hemoptysis Localized findings of consolidation and atelectasis
Productive cough
(Brownish black mucus plugs 31–69%)
Pulmonary hypertension
Low grade fever Clubbing
(Long-standing bronchiectasis)
Weight loss
Malaise and fatigue
Asymptomatic
(Diagnosed on routine investigations)
Agarwal A, et al. Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis: review of literature and proposal of new diagnostic and classification criteria. Clinical & Experimental Allergy 2013.
20.
21. Diagnosis and Diagnostic Criteria:
Diagnostic Tests
Roentgenologic manifestations
Eosinophil count
Skin testing with Aspergillus antigens
Total serum IgE
Specific IgE/IgG to A. fumigatus
Precipitating antibodies against A. fumigatus
Pulmonary function testing
Agarwal A, et al. Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis: review of literature and proposal of new diagnostic and classification criteria. Clinical & Experimental Allergy 2013.
Shah A, et al. Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis: A Perplexing Clinical Entity. Allergy Asthma Immunol Res 2016.
22. Diagnosis and Diagnostic Criteria:
Diagnostic Tests > Roentgenologic Manifestations
Shah A, et al. Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis: A Perplexing Clinical Entity. Allergy Asthma Immunol Res 2016.
23. Agarwal R, et al. Pictorial essay: Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis. Indian Journal of Radiology and Imaging 2011.
24. Agarwal R, et al. Pictorial essay: Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis. Indian Journal of Radiology and Imaging 2011.
25. Agarwal R, et al. Pictorial essay: Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis. Indian Journal of Radiology and Imaging 2011.
26. Diagnosis and Diagnostic Criteria:
Diagnostic Tests > Eosinophil Count
During exacerbations, most patients have an absolute eosinophil count between 1,000
and 3,000 per cumm
While a normal eosinophil count may be seen in patients on treatment with corticosteroids
Shah A, et al. Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis: A Perplexing Clinical Entity. Allergy Asthma Immunol Res 2016.
27. Diagnosis and Diagnostic Criteria:
Diagnostic Tests > Skin Testing with Aspergillus Antigens
Both type I (immediate) and type III (delayed) skin sensitivity with different Aspergillus
antigens can be found in patients with ABPA
The Aspergillus antigen extracts available are not uniform
The prick test is used for the initial screening of ABPA, if the prick test is negative, then
intradermal testing (More sensitive) can be performed
Up to 40% of all asthmatics and up to 56% of patients with CF are sensitized to Af:
> Recombinant Aspergillus fumigatus antigens
Shah A, et al. Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis: A Perplexing Clinical Entity. Allergy Asthma Immunol Res 2016.
28. Agarwal A, et al. Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis: review of literature and proposal of new diagnostic and classification criteria. Clinical & Experimental Allergy 2013.
29. Diagnosis and Diagnostic Criteria:
Diagnostic Tests > Total Serum IgE
There still remains a disagreement among different research groups in the cutoff level for
IgE:
> Rosenberg-Patterson criteria >> greater than 1,000 IU/mL (2,500 ng/mL)
> Minimal essential criteria >> greater than 417 IU/mL (1,000 ng/mL)
> ABPA in CF consensus criteria >> greater than 500 IU/mL (1250 ng/ml)
> ISHAM working group criteria >> greater than 1,000 IU/mL (2,500 ng/mL)
Shah A, et al. Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis: A Perplexing Clinical Entity. Allergy Asthma Immunol Res 2016.
30. Diagnosis and Diagnostic Criteria:
Diagnostic Tests > Specific IgE/IgG to A. fumigatus
Generally, double the serum values of IgE-Af and IgG-Af are found in patients with ABPA
as compared to AIA
The ISHAM Working Group has suggested IgE-Af level >0.35 kUA/L to be diagnostic
Shah A, et al. Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis: A Perplexing Clinical Entity. Allergy Asthma Immunol Res 2016.
31. Diagnosis and Diagnostic Criteria:
Diagnostic Tests > Precipitating Antibodies against A. fumigatus
By the double immunodiffusion technique of Outcherlony, precipitating antibodies against
Af could be detected in the unconcentrated serum from 70% of patients
Using concentrated serum, this detection rate improved to 92% of patients with a
radiological infiltrate
These precipitating antibodies have also been found in 10% of asthmatics without ABPA,
aspergilloma and in different forms of chronic pulmonary aspergillosis (CPA)
Shah A, et al. Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis: A Perplexing Clinical Entity. Allergy Asthma Immunol Res 2016.
32. Diagnosis and Diagnostic Criteria:
Diagnostic Tests > Pulmonary Function Testing
Pulmonary function testing does not help confirm the diagnosis of ABPA
Acute or the exacerbation stage:
> Airflow obstruction
> Restrictive pattern with reduction in TLC, VC, FEV1, DLCO
After treatment with corticosteroids and during remission:
> Normalization of some of these parameters
Shah A, et al. Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis: A Perplexing Clinical Entity. Allergy Asthma Immunol Res 2016.
33. Hew M, et al. Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis, Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis, and Epidemic Thunderstorm Asthma. Middleton's Allergy (9th Edition) 2019.
1977 1991 2013 2003
34. Shah A, et al. Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis: A Perplexing Clinical Entity. Allergy Asthma Immunol Res 2016.
35. Patterson K, et al. Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis. PROCEEDINGS OF THE AMERICAN THORACIC SOCIETY 2010.
36. Agarwal A, et al. Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis: review of literature and proposal of new diagnostic and classification criteria. Clinical & Experimental Allergy 2013.
37. Differential Diagnosis
Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis/mycoses
Severe asthma with fungal sensitization
Allergic and non-allergic asthma
Bacterial/viral pneumonia
Pulmonary TB
Chronic eosinophilic pneumonia
Churg-Strauss vasculitis
Helminthic infections
Cystic fibrosis without ABPA
Medications/toxins: NSAIDs, antibiotics, organic chemicals
Hew M, et al. Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis, Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis, and Epidemic Thunderstorm Asthma. Middleton's Allergy (9th Edition) 2019.
38. Staging
Hew M, et al. Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis, Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis, and Epidemic Thunderstorm Asthma. Middleton's Allergy (9th Edition) 2019.
39. Staging
Hew M, et al. Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis, Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis, and Epidemic Thunderstorm Asthma. Middleton's Allergy (9th Edition) 2019.
40. Management
Goals of therapy
Control of asthma
Prevention and treatment of acute exacerbations
Arresting the development of bronchiectasis and CPA
Suppression of the
immune activity:
systemic
glucocorticoids
Attenuation of
the fungal load in
the airways:
antifungal agents
Agarwal A, et al. Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis: review of literature and proposal of new diagnostic and classification criteria. Clinical & Experimental Allergy 2013.
41. Management
Systemic glucocorticoid therapy
Inhaled corticosteroids
Azoles
Biologic agents
Other Therapies
Follow-up
Agarwal A, et al. Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis: review of literature and proposal of new diagnostic and classification criteria. Clinical & Experimental Allergy 2013.
42. Management:
Systemic Glucocorticoid Therapy
Agarwal A, et al. Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis: review of literature and proposal of new diagnostic and classification criteria. Clinical & Experimental Allergy 2013.
Oral corticosteroids are currently the
treatment of choice for ABPA
There are no well-designed trials of steroids
in ABPA
The use of lower doses of glucocorticoids
without antifungal therapy is associated
with higher occurrence of recurrent
relapses or glucocorticoid dependence
(45%)
A higher dosage of glucocorticoids was
shown to be associated with higher
remission rates and a lower prevalence of
glucocorticoid-dependent ABPA (13.5%)
45. Management:
Inhaled Corticosteroids
Agarwal A, et al. Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis: review of literature and proposal of new diagnostic and classification criteria. Clinical & Experimental Allergy 2013.
46. Management:
Azoles
Agarwal A, et al. Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis: review of literature and proposal of new diagnostic and classification criteria. Clinical & Experimental Allergy 2013.
50% of patients relapse when systemic
corticosteroids are tapered and 20–45%
become glucocorticoid dependent
Many patients develop adverse effects
related to chronic steroid therapy
The use of specific antifungal agents in ABPA
can decrease the immune response by
reducing the antigenic stimulus consequent
to a decreased fungal burden
Azoles:
> Ketoconazole
> Itraconazole (Less toxic than
ketoconazole)
> Voriconazole/posaconazole (For
itraconazole failures)
> Amphotericin (Nebulized)
47. Randomized, double blind trial
Treatment with either 200 mg of itraconazole twice daily or placebo for 16 weeks in
patients who met immunologic and pulmonary-function criteria for corticosteroid-
dependent ABPA
Outcomes:
> A reduction of at least 50% in the corticosteroid dose
> A decrease of at least 25% in the serum IgE concentration
> One of the following: an improvement of at least 25% in exercise tolerance or PFTs or
resolution or absence of pulmonary infiltrates
> In a second, open-label part of the trial, all the patients received 200 mg of
itraconazole per day for 16 weeks
48. For patients with corticosteroid-dependent ABPA, the addition of itraconazole can lead to
improvement in the condition without added toxicity
49. Benitez LL, et al. Adverse Effects Associated with Long-Term Administration of Azole Antifungal Agents. Drugs 2019.
50. Benitez LL, et al. Adverse Effects Associated with Long-Term Administration of Azole Antifungal Agents. Drugs 2019.
53. Prednisolone was more effective in inducing response than itraconazole in acute-stage ABPA
Itraconazole was also effective in a considerable number and, with fewer side effects
compared with prednisolone, remains an attractive alternative in the initial treatment of ABPA
58. Management:
Other Therapies
Nebulized hypertonic saline (7%, 4–5 mL): reduce the viscosity of sputum to ease
expectoration of mucus plugs
Long-term azithromycin therapy: decrease cough and expectoration in patients with
bronchiectasis and frequent exacerbations
Therapeutic bronchoscopy: proximal collapse (Persists after 3–4 weeks of oral steroid
therapy)
Environmental control: gardening, agricultural and farm-related activities, exposure to
home or other building renovations, housing close to a composting site, cleaning old dusty
environments
Agarwal A, et al. Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis: review of literature and proposal of new diagnostic and classification criteria. Clinical & Experimental Allergy 2013.
59. Management:
Follow-Up
Agarwal A, et al. Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis: review of literature and proposal of new diagnostic and classification criteria. Clinical & Experimental Allergy 2013.
60. Complications
Recurrent exacerbations: mucoid impaction, airflow limitation
Large airway collapse: acute hypoxemic respiratory failure
Bronchiectasis
Chronic pulmonary aspergillosis (CPA):
> Lobe shrinkage with fibrosis (40%)
> Pulmonary cavitation (3-21%)
> Pleural fibrosis (18-43%)
Cor pulmonale and/or type 2 respiratory failure: bronchiectasis, pulmonary fibrosis
Agarwal A, et al. Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis: review of literature and proposal of new diagnostic and classification criteria. Clinical & Experimental Allergy 2013.