기관지천식 가이드라인의 변화 2006 개정 GINA 가이드라인 중심 = Update of asthma management guideline GINA 2006

다국어 초록 (Multilingual Abstract)

Asthma is a serious global health problem. People of all ages in countries throughout the world are affected by this chronic airway disorder that, when uncontrolled, can place severe limits on daily life and is sometimes fatal. The prevalence of asthma is increasing in most countries, especially among children. Asthma is a significant burden, not only in terms of health care costs but also of lost productivity and reduced participation in family life. In 2002, the GINA Report stated that it is reasonable to expect that in most patients with asthma, control of the disease can, and should be achieved and maintained. To meet this challenge, in 2005, Executive Committee recommended preparation of a new report not only to incorporate updated scientific information but to implement an approach to asthma management based on asthma control, rather than asthma severity. Recommendations to assess, treat and maintain asthma control are provided in the new GINA Report revised in 2006. Here, we summarize the main concepts and major changes of the new GINA guideline. (Korean J Med 72:245-255, 2007)