Acute asthma

This study tests whether a structured remote clinic using video calls can reduce the number of severe asthma attacks in adults who have just been discharged from the hospital after an asthma flare-up. 220 participants will be randomly assigned to either two remote pulmonology vis…

This study tests whether arranging a telehealth appointment with an asthma specialist before patients leave the emergency room increases follow-up care. Forty adults who come to the ER for an asthma attack will either get a scheduled telehealth visit or usual care. The goal is to…

This study tests whether giving children aged 5-17 with severe asthma attacks early breathing support (called BPAP) in the emergency room is practical and safe. About 36 children will either get standard asthma care alone or standard care plus BPAP. The goal is to see if this app…

This study looks at whether watching cartoons or listening to breath-synchronized interactive stories can help children aged 6-9 feel less afraid and more comfortable while using a nebulizer for breathing medication. About 96 children with respiratory conditions will be randomly …

This study compares two common steroids (dexamethasone and methylprednisolone) in children aged 3-17 hospitalized for severe asthma. The goal is to see which treatment reduces the need for more steroids after leaving the hospital and improves quality of life. The trial will help …

This study tests if applying cold (cryotherapy) to the wrist before a blood draw from the artery can reduce pain. It involves 258 adults with chronic respiratory diseases who need this test. The goal is to find a simple, drug-free way to make the procedure less painful.

This study looks at how to get all pediatric clinics and hospitals in the Basque Health Service to use a proven care plan for children with asthma attacks. About 4,680 children will be involved. The goal is to see which strategies work best to make sure every child gets the right…

This study aims to find out how often rhinovirus (the virus behind many common colds) causes serious breathing problems that require hospital care in children. Researchers will follow 120 young children at home for 3 years and study 450 hospitalized infants and children, plus 100…