Functional Inspiratory Training in Bronchiectasis

Bronchiectasis is a chronic respiratory disease clinically characterized by recurrent pulmonary exacerbations, chronic cough, and sputum production, and is associated with an increase in the airway-artery ratio and permanent airway dilatation. It is recognized as the third most common chronic respiratory disease after chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma. In the International Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems (ICD-10), it has its own diagnostic code (J47.9). In bronchiectasis, mucociliary clearance is impaired due to bronchial dilatation, and the insufficient clearance of bacteria and mucus from the respiratory tract leads to persistent infection, inflammation, and further airway damage. Progressive airway damage results in impaired lung function, worsening of symptoms, and, ultimately, respiratory failure and death. It can represent the final pat