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Evidence of the case for hypertonic saline for nebbing please

MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Jul 12 8:35pm | Replies (6)
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@narelled23

Thank you Scoop. It doesn't seem to be the standard recommendation in Australia...despite many people using hypertonic here.

I know I feel so much better on it despite the time, effort and mucus volume produced.

I was going to explore using a lower percentage of hypertonic or trying isotonic...however I don't want to lose the benefits.

Many thanks

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scoop | @scoop | Jul 12 9:26am

One of the best websites for bronchiectasis learning is out of Australia. I've referenced frequently. Definitely show this to your care team. Apparently, bronchiectasis is a particular problem among indigenous peoples due to dryness and environmental dust.
https://bronchiectasis.com.au/physiotherapy/principles-of-airway-clearance/hydration-and-humidification
"Nebulised saline: Some patients, either due to fluid restrictions or to the viscoelastic properties of their sputum, require further assistance to humidify their airways.

Nebulised saline 0.9% or hypertonic saline 6%-7% may assist with the expectoration of tenacious sputum (Nicolson et al 2012)."

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