Cough in Chinese Primary Care Patients
Author Information
Author(s): Hong Qunying, Bai Chunxue, Wang Xiangdong
Primary Institution: Fudan University Zhongshan Hospital
Hypothesis
What are the clinical characteristics and epidemiology of cough in primary care settings in China?
Conclusion
Cough causes and outcomes vary with age and time, indicating a need for improved diagnosis and management in primary care settings in China.
Supporting Evidence
- The study included approximately 18,000 subjects with cough symptoms.
- Over 50% of cases had a history of allergic rhinitis, asthma, or other allergic conditions.
- Procaterol was used as a treatment, showing significant improvement in symptoms.
Takeaway
Cough is a common problem for many people in China, especially children, and doctors need to get better at figuring out what's causing it and how to treat it.
Methodology
The study involved two national surveys of patients with cough conducted in primary care centers across China.
Potential Biases
Potential biases may arise from self-reporting and the non-randomized nature of the study.
Limitations
The study is cross-sectional and relies on self-reported data, which may not be validated against clinical information.
Participant Demographics
Participants included 4655 males and 3561 females in Survey 1, and 5331 males and 4010 females in Survey 2, with a mean age of 25.7 years in Survey 1 and 22.3 years in Survey 2.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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