| Literature DB >> 18588547 |
E van Spronsen1, K J A O Ingels, A H Jansen, K Graamans, W J Fokkens.
Abstract
Nasal congestion is an important symptom in nasal pathology and can be defined as an objective restriction of nasal cavity airflow because of mucosal pathology and/or increased mucus secretion (excluding anatomical variants). Using the new Grading Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation system, evidence-based recommendations are made that will encompass different clinical questions regarding diagnostic modalities of nasal congestion: (i) their usefulness in assessment of presence and severity of congestion; (ii) their usefulness in assessment of etiological pathology responsible for congestion; and (iii) their usefulness in follow up and treatment effectiveness evaluation of nasal congestion.Mesh:
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Year: 2008 PMID: 18588547 DOI: 10.1111/j.1398-9995.2008.01729.x
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Allergy ISSN: 0105-4538 Impact factor: 13.146