Asthma Treatments for Acute Asthma in Pediatric Patients: Clinical Effectiveness, Cost Effectiveness, and Guidelines

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RB1424-000

Question

  1. ​What is the comparative clinical effectiveness of metered dose inhalers with spacers versus nebulizers for acute asthma treatment?
  2. What is the comparative cost effectiveness of metered dose inhalers with spacers versus nebulizers for acute asthma treatment?
  3. What are the evidence-based guidelines regarding treatments for acute asthma?

Key Message

​Two systematic reviews, and two randomized controlled trials were identified regarding the comparative clinical effectiveness of metered dose inhalers with spacers versus nebulizers for acute asthma treatment. In addition, two evidence-based guidelines were identified regarding treatments for acute asthma. No relevant economic evaluations were identified regarding the comparative cost effectiveness of metered dose inhalers with spacers versus nebulizers for acute asthma treatment.