Study #2 · Chapter A
Hypertonic salt in bronchiolitis in children
Original title: Hypertonic saline in the treatment of acute bronchiolitis in the emergency department.
- Authors
- Avigdor Mandelberg, Israel Amirav
- Journal
- Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine
- Year
- 2010
Summary
The publication discusses hypertonic salt in young children with acute bronchiolitis. Hypertonic salt is a salt solution with a higher salt concentration than normal body fluid. It is investigated as a support for shortness of breath, mucus, and viral respiratory complaints. The literature describes that nebulized hypertonic salt in hospitalized children can sometimes contribute to a modestly shorter length of stay.
What was investigated
The study examined the use of hypertonic saline solution in young children with acute bronchiolitis. Hypertonic salt is a salt solution with a higher salt concentration than normal body fluid.
What were the findings
Hypertonic salt was investigated as support for shortness of breath, mucus, and viral respiratory complaints in children. Reviews mention that nebulized hypertonic salt can sometimes modestly shorten the length of hospital stay in admitted children.
Why relevant for halotherapy
The research shows that salt applications are also investigated within pediatrics for respiratory problems.
Original publication
Avigdor Mandelberg, Israel Amirav. Hypertonic saline in the treatment of acute bronchiolitis in the emergency department. Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, 2010.
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20368497/This summary has been prepared for readability and does not replace the original scientific publication. Consult the source via the link for the full context. Halotherapy is a complementary approach to promoting health and does not replace medical treatment or advice from your treating physician.