Pulmonary Rehabilitation for Exercise Tolerance and Quality of Life in IPF Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Xue-Qing YuXuanlin LiLiaoyao WangRan LiuYang Xie Suyun Li Jian-Sheng Li

Published in: BioMed research international (2019)

This study suggests that PR may enhance exercise capacity and improve quality of life in IPF patients. Besides, PR may also delay the decline of lung function of patients with IPF. However, further research should more fully assess the efficacy and safety of PR for IPF.

Keyphrases

end stage renal disease
idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
lung function
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
chronic kidney disease
prognostic factors
peritoneal dialysis
physical activity
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
high intensity
patient reported outcomes
air pollution