Bronchiectasis
ICD-10 J47 · ICD-11 CA24

Bronchiectasis Presenting with Breathlessness and Impaired Exercise Capacity

Clinical Scenario

This protocol addresses patients with bronchiectasis who experience breathlessness and/or impaired exercise capacity — a common and functionally significant presentation that warrants a structured, evidence-based response.

Management Approach

Current evidence supports a rehabilitative intervention targeting both physical and educational needs in this population. The educational component is tailored specifically to bronchiectasis, covering strategies relevant to the underlying airway condition.

Full protocol detail — including sequencing and individual components — is available via the structured regimen below.
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References

We recommend that patients with breathlessness and/or impaired exercise capacity should be offered pulmonary rehabilitation.

DOI: 10.1183/13993003.01126-2025

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