Investigating a structured diagnostic approach for chronic breathlessness in primary care: a mixed-methods feasibility cluster randomised controlled trial

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Gillian Doe · NIHR Leicester Biomedical Research Centre

Jill Clanchy · University of Leicester

Simon Wathall · Keele University

Shaun Barber · University of Leicester

Sarah Edwards · University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Helen Evans · University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Darren Jackson

Abstract

A cRCT investigating a symptom-based diagnostic approach for chronic breathlessness is feasible in primary care showing potential for timely investigations and diagnoses, with PROMs potentially indicating patient-level benefit. A further refined fully powered cRCT with health economic analysis is needed.

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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Research Dysphagia Assessment and Management Asthma and respiratory diseases

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Published in: BMJ Open Respiratory Research

Volume 12, Issue 1, pp. e002716-e002716

DOI: 10.1136/bmjresp-2024-002716

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Investigating a structured diagnostic approach for chronic breathlessness in primary care: a mixed-methods feasibility cluster randomised controlled trial

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