Next-Generation Allergic Rhinitis Care in Singapore: 2019 ARIA Care Pathways.
10.47102/annals-acadmedsg.202076
- Author:
Xuandao LIU
1
;
De Yun WANG
;
Tze Choong CHARN
;
Leslie Timothy KOH
;
Neville Wy TEO
;
Yew Kwang ONG
;
Mark Kt THONG
;
Claus BACHERT
;
Oliver PFAAR
;
Holger J SCHÜNEMANN
;
Anna BEDBROOK
;
Wienczyslawa CZARLEWSKI
;
Jean BOUSQUET
Author Information
1. Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Sengkang General Hospital, Singapore.
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- From:Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore
2020;49(11):885-896
- CountrySingapore
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Allergic rhinitis (AR) is prevalent in Singapore, with a significant disease burden. Afflicting up to 13% of the population, AR impairs quality of life, leads to reduced work productivity and is an independent risk factor for asthma. In the last 2 decades, local studies have identified patient and physician behaviours leading to suboptimal control of the disease. Yet, there is an overall lack of attention to address this important health issue. Allergic Rhinitis and its Impact on Asthma (ARIA) is a European organisation aimed at implementing evidence-based management for AR worldwide. Recent focus in Europe has been directed towards empowering patients for self-management, exploring the complementary role of mobile health, and establishing healthcare system-based integrated care pathways. Consolidation of these ongoing efforts has led to the release of the 2019 ARIA care pathways. This review summarises the ARIA update with particular emphasis on the current status of adult AR in Singapore. In addition, we identify unmet needs and future opportunities for research and clinical care of AR in the local context.
