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Exacerbations and Lung Function During Follow-Up According to Treatment
| Patients without ICS During Follow-Up (n = 34) | Patients Resuming ICS During Follow-Up (n = 51) | p-value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No. of patients with exacerbations (%) | 15 (44.1%) | 34 (68%) | 0.09 |
| ΔFEV1 | 0.04 L | −0.07 L | 0.55 |
Abbreviations: ICS, inhaled corticosteroids; n, numbers; no., numbers; FEV1, forced expiratory volume in 1st second.
