Long-term randomized controlled trial to evaluate the efficacy of low expiration with the open glottis in the lateral posture in bronchiectasis

No placebo controlled clinical trials evaluating airway clearance techniques have been performed in BC. We evaluate short and long-term efficacy of ELTGOL in BC in a randomized control trial with placebo (Clinical Trial Registration NCT01578681). Non-cystic fibrosis BC adult patients in stable state with > 10 ml sputum/day not practising regular chest physiotherapy were randomized to perform ELTGOL or a placebo exercise twice daily. Patients were assessed at 7 visits (V) over one year. Primary endpoint: sputum volume during the procedure at V2 and 24-h post treatment. Secondary endpoints: sputum volume during th…