Trial Outcomes & Findings for Bronchial Thermoplasty in Severe Persistent Asthma (NCT NCT01350336)

NCT ID: NCT01350336

Last Updated: 2021-03-05

Results Overview

The primary endpoint will be the proportion of subjects experiencing severe exacerbations during the subsequent 12-month (for Years 2, 3, 4, and 5) compared to the first 12-month after the Alair treatment.

Recruitment status

COMPLETED

Study phase

NA

Target enrollment

284 participants

Primary outcome timeframe

Year 1 vs. Year 2, 3, 4, 5

Results posted on

2021-03-05

Participant Flow

Unit of analysis: Procedure

Participant milestones

Participant milestones
Measure
Alair
Participants consented for treatment with Alair
Overall Study
STARTED
284 279
Overall Study
COMPLETED
227 227
Overall Study
NOT COMPLETED
57 52

Reasons for withdrawal

Reasons for withdrawal
Measure
Alair
Participants consented for treatment with Alair
Overall Study
Lost to Follow-up
31
Overall Study
Withdrawal by Subject
14
Overall Study
Physician Decision
8
Overall Study
Death
4

Baseline Characteristics

Bronchial Thermoplasty in Severe Persistent Asthma

Baseline characteristics by cohort

Baseline characteristics by cohort
Measure
Alair
n=279 Participants
Alair system Alair System: Treatment of airways with the Alair System
Age, Continuous
45.71 years
n=5 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Female
180 Participants
n=5 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Male
99 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race/Ethnicity, Customized
American Indian or Alaska native
3 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race/Ethnicity, Customized
Asian
4 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race/Ethnicity, Customized
Black, of African Heritage
25 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race/Ethnicity, Customized
Caucasian
234 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race/Ethnicity, Customized
Hispanic or Latino
8 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race/Ethnicity, Customized
Other
5 Participants
n=5 Participants
Height
167.4 cm
n=5 Participants
Weight
90.3 kg
n=5 Participants
BMI
32.2 kg/m2
n=5 Participants
AQLQ
4.03 AQLQ Score
STANDARD_DEVIATION 1.28 • n=5 Participants
FEV1 - % Predicted
Pre-bronchodilator FEV1
80.4 % Predicted
STANDARD_DEVIATION 13.7 • n=5 Participants
FEV1 - % Predicted
Post-bronchodilator FEV1
85.8 % Predicted
STANDARD_DEVIATION 13.6 • n=5 Participants
Prior 12 months - % Subjects
Severe Exacerbations
217 Participants
n=5 Participants
Prior 12 months - % Subjects
Hospitalization for asthma
45 Participants
n=5 Participants
Prior 12 months - % Subjects
ER visits for asthma
82 Participants
n=5 Participants
Prior 12 months - Event rates
Severe Exacerbations
1.61 # events / subject
STANDARD_DEVIATION 1.12 • n=5 Participants
Prior 12 months - Event rates
Hospitalizations for asthma
0.22 # events / subject
STANDARD_DEVIATION 0.53 • n=5 Participants
Prior 12 months - Event rates
ER visits for asthma
0.54 # events / subject
STANDARD_DEVIATION 1.20 • n=5 Participants

PRIMARY outcome

Timeframe: Year 1 vs. Year 2, 3, 4, 5

Population: Primary Endpoint - the proportion of subjects experiencing severe exacerbations during the subsequent 12-month (for Years 2, 3, 4, and 5) compared to the first 12-month after the Alair treatment.

The primary endpoint will be the proportion of subjects experiencing severe exacerbations during the subsequent 12-month (for Years 2, 3, 4, and 5) compared to the first 12-month after the Alair treatment.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Year 1
n=262 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 1
Year 2
n=252 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 2
Year 3
n=247 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 3
Year 4
n=240 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 4
Year 5
n=227 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 5
Subjects Experiencing Severe Exacerbations (Rates)
132 Participants
118 Participants
118 Participants
106 Participants
97 Participants

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Year 1-5

\# Severe exacerbations / subject / year

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Year 1
n=262 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 1
Year 2
n=252 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 2
Year 3
n=247 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 3
Year 4
n=240 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 4
Year 5
n=227 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 5
Rates of Severe Exacerbations
0.93 # Severe Exacerbations / subject / year
Standard Deviation 1.35
.92 # Severe Exacerbations / subject / year
Standard Deviation 1.21
.77 # Severe Exacerbations / subject / year
Standard Deviation 1.01
.84 # Severe Exacerbations / subject / year
Standard Deviation 1.23
.72 # Severe Exacerbations / subject / year
Standard Deviation 1.13

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Year 1-5

A respiratory adverse event is defined as any sign, symptom, illness, clinically significant abnormal laboratory value, or other adverse medical event associated with the "Respiratory System" that appears or worsens in a subject during a clinical study, regardless of whether or not it is considered related to the procedure used as part of the protocol.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Year 1
n=276 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 1
Year 2
n=262 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 2
Year 3
n=250 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 3
Year 4
n=240 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 4
Year 5
n=235 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 5
Respiratory Adverse Event Rates
1.70 # Resp. AE / subject / year
Standard Deviation 1.95
1.52 # Resp. AE / subject / year
Standard Deviation 1.66
1.28 # Resp. AE / subject / year
Standard Deviation 1.42
1.35 # Resp. AE / subject / year
Standard Deviation 1.63
1.22 # Resp. AE / subject / year
Standard Deviation 1.92

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Year 1-5

A respiratory adverse event is defined as any sign, symptom, illness, clinically significant abnormal laboratory value, or other adverse medical event associated with the "Respiratory System" that appears or worsens in a subject during a clinical study, regardless of whether or not it is considered related to the procedure used as part of the protocol.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Year 1
n=276 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 1
Year 2
n=262 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 2
Year 3
n=250 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 3
Year 4
n=240 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 4
Year 5
n=235 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 5
Subjects With Respiratory Adverse Events
184 Participants
165 Participants
155 Participants
141 Participants
133 Participants

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Year 1-5

Emergency room visits for respiratory symptoms (rates of emergency room visits)

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Year 1
n=262 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 1
Year 2
n=252 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 2
Year 3
n=247 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 3
Year 4
n=240 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 4
Year 5
n=227 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 5
Emergency Room Visits for Respiratory Symptoms Rates
.31 # ER Visit / subject / year
Standard Deviation .87
.24 # ER Visit / subject / year
Standard Deviation .80
.21 # ER Visit / subject / year
Standard Deviation .65
.17 # ER Visit / subject / year
Standard Deviation .56
.13 # ER Visit / subject / year
Standard Deviation 0.49

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Year 1-5

Subjects with Emergency room visits for respiratory symptoms

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Year 1
n=262 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 1
Year 2
n=252 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 2
Year 3
n=247 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 3
Year 4
n=240 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 4
Year 5
n=227 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 5
Subjects With Emergency Room Visits for Respiratory Symptoms
48 Participants
37 Participants
32 Participants
28 Participants
18 Participants

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Year 1-5

(# hospitalizations for respiratory symptoms / subject / year)

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Year 1
n=262 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 1
Year 2
n=252 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 2
Year 3
n=247 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 3
Year 4
n=240 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 4
Year 5
n=227 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 5
Hospitalizations for Respiratory Symptoms Rates
0.13 # Hospitalizations / subject / year
Standard Deviation 0.50
0.11 # Hospitalizations / subject / year
Standard Deviation 0.47
0.11 # Hospitalizations / subject / year
Standard Deviation 0.47
0.05 # Hospitalizations / subject / year
Standard Deviation 0.28
0.06 # Hospitalizations / subject / year
Standard Deviation 0.31

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Year 1-5

Subjects with hospitalizations for respiratory symptoms

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Year 1
n=262 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 1
Year 2
n=252 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 2
Year 3
n=247 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 3
Year 4
n=240 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 4
Year 5
n=227 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 5
Subjects With Hospitalizations for Respiratory Symptoms
21 Participants
19 Participants
18 Participants
8 Participants
11 Participants

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Year 1-5

The rate of subjects with respiratory serious adverse events (SAEs)

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Year 1
n=276 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 1
Year 2
n=262 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 2
Year 3
n=250 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 3
Year 4
n=240 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 4
Year 5
n=235 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 5
Respiratory Serious Adverse Events Rates
0.14 # Respiratory SAEs / subect / year
Standard Deviation 0.50
0.11 # Respiratory SAEs / subect / year
Standard Deviation 0.37
0.10 # Respiratory SAEs / subect / year
Standard Deviation 0.41
0.06 # Respiratory SAEs / subect / year
Standard Deviation 0.33
0.06 # Respiratory SAEs / subect / year
Standard Deviation 0.28

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Year 1-5

Subjects with Respiratory Serious Adverse Events

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Year 1
n=276 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 1
Year 2
n=262 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 2
Year 3
n=250 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 3
Year 4
n=240 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 4
Year 5
n=235 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 5
Subjects With Respiratory Serious Adverse Events
26 Participants
25 Participants
17 Participants
10 Participants
11 Participants

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Year 1-5

% Predicted Pre-bronchodilator FEV1

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Year 1
n=258 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 1
Year 2
n=235 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 2
Year 3
n=235 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 3
Year 4
n=212 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 4
Year 5
n=217 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 5
Pre-bronchodilator FEV1
89.6 % Predicted
Standard Deviation 14.5
89.3 % Predicted
Standard Deviation 14.6
87.7 % Predicted
Standard Deviation 14.9
88.5 % Predicted
Standard Deviation 13.8
87.4 % Predicted
Standard Deviation 14.6

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Year 1-5

% Predicted Post-bronchodilator FEV1

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Year 1
n=257 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 1
Year 2
n=233 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 2
Year 3
n=229 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 3
Year 4
n=212 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 4
Year 5
n=213 Participants
Proportion of Severe Exacerbations at Year 5
Post-bronchodilator FEV1
93.1 % Predicted
Standard Deviation 13.9
92.3 % Predicted
Standard Deviation 14.1
91.8 % Predicted
Standard Deviation 14.2
91.1 % Predicted
Standard Deviation 14.4
91.0 % Predicted
Standard Deviation 14.3

Adverse Events

Alair

Serious events: 130 serious events
Other events: 268 other events
Deaths: 4 deaths

Serious adverse events

Serious adverse events
Measure
Alair
n=279 participants at risk
Alair system Alair System: Treatment of airways with the Alair System
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Asthma
20.8%
58/279 • Number of events 135 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Pneumonia
3.6%
10/279 • Number of events 12 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Arthralgia
2.2%
6/279 • Number of events 7 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Injury, poisoning and procedural complications
Procedural pain
2.5%
7/279 • Number of events 7 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Influenza
1.8%
5/279 • Number of events 7 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Bronchitis
2.2%
6/279 • Number of events 6 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Pulmonary embolism
1.4%
4/279 • Number of events 5 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
General disorders
Non-cardiac chest pain
1.4%
4/279 • Number of events 4 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Cardiac disorders
Atrial fibrillation
1.1%
3/279 • Number of events 4 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
General disorders
Chest pain
1.1%
3/279 • Number of events 3 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Hiatus hernia
1.1%
3/279 • Number of events 3 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Diverticulitis
1.1%
3/279 • Number of events 3 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Vocal cord disorder
1.1%
3/279 • Number of events 3 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Back pain
0.72%
2/279 • Number of events 2 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Cardiac disorders
Angina unstable
0.72%
2/279 • Number of events 2 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Pregnancy, puerperium and perinatal conditions
Delivery
0.72%
2/279 • Number of events 2 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Pyelonephritis
0.72%
2/279 • Number of events 2 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Injury, poisoning and procedural complications
Laceration
0.72%
2/279 • Number of events 2 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Psychiatric disorders
Bipolar I disorder
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 2 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Acute respiratory failure
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 2 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Large intestine perforation
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 2 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Haemoptysis
0.72%
2/279 • Number of events 2 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Cellulitis
0.72%
2/279 • Number of events 2 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Cardiac disorders
Myocardial infarction
0.72%
2/279 • Number of events 2 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Gastrointestinal viral infection
0.72%
2/279 • Number of events 2 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Psychiatric disorders
Depression
0.72%
2/279 • Number of events 2 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Arthritis
0.72%
2/279 • Number of events 2 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Atelectasis
0.72%
2/279 • Number of events 2 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders
Eczema
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 2 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Lung abscess
0.72%
2/279 • Number of events 2 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Vascular disorders
Deep vein thrombosis
0.72%
2/279 • Number of events 2 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Injury, poisoning and procedural complications
Overdose
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
General disorders
Adverse drug reaction
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Injury, poisoning and procedural complications
Ligament rupture
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Injury, poisoning and procedural complications
Joint injury
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Abdominal hernia
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Tooth malformation
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Upper respiratory tract infection
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Tinea pedis
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Oesophageal food impaction
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Surgical and medical procedures
Hysterectomy
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Surgical and medical procedures
Abdominal hernia repair
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders
Excessive skin
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Osteomyelitis
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Surgical and medical procedures
Cardiac ablation
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Endocrine disorders
Hyperparathyroidism
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Pneumonia viral
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Cardiac disorders
Cardiac failure
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Endocrine disorders
Goitre
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Nausea
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Lower respiratory tract infection
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Status asthmaticus
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Pancreatitis
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Cardiac disorders
Cardio-respiratory arrest
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Urosepsis
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Volvulus
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Abdominal pain
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Injury, poisoning and procedural complications
Multiple fractures
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Localised infection
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Kidney infection
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Bronchospasm
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Intestinal obstruction
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Herpes simplex
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Reproductive system and breast disorders
Cystocele
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Gastroenteritis viral
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Psychiatric disorders
Anxiety
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Pregnancy, puerperium and perinatal conditions
Blighted ovum
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Nervous system disorders
Transient ischaemic attack
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Nervous system disorders
Sciatica
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Nervous system disorders
Paraparesis
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Nervous system disorders
Loss of consciousness
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Nervous system disorders
Migraine
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Nervous system disorders
Headache
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Gastrooesophageal reflux disease
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Beta haemolytic streptococcal infection
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Nervous system disorders
Convulsion
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Cardiac disorders
Cardiac arrest
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Inguinal hernia
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Nervous system disorders
Cerebrovascular accident
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Aspergilloma
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Neoplasms benign, malignant and unspecified (incl cysts and polyps)
Colon cancer
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Cardiac disorders
Tachycardia
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Reproductive system and breast disorders
Pelvic prolapse
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Neoplasms benign, malignant and unspecified (incl cysts and polyps)
Adrenal adenoma
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Cardiac disorders
Coronary artery disease
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Colitis ulcerative
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Immune system disorders
Hypersensitivity
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Osteonecrosis
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Immune system disorders
Anaphylactic reaction
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Osteoarthritis
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Colitis ischaemic
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
General disorders
Pyrexia
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Oesophageal achalasia
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Surgical and medical procedures
Caesarean section
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Pelvic inflammatory disease
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Surgical and medical procedures
Hip arthroplasty
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Metabolism and nutrition disorders
Diabetes mellitus
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Investigations
Blood immunoglobulin G decreased
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Cardiac disorders
Acute myocardial infarction
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Injury, poisoning and procedural complications
Upper limb fracture
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Cardiac disorders
Cardiomyopathy
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Abdominal wall haematoma
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
General disorders
Death
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Injury, poisoning and procedural complications
Rib fracture
0.36%
1/279 • Number of events 1 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.

Other adverse events

Other adverse events
Measure
Alair
n=279 participants at risk
Alair system Alair System: Treatment of airways with the Alair System
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Asthma
83.9%
234/279 • Number of events 1258 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Upper respiratory tract infection
42.3%
118/279 • Number of events 205 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Bronchitis
31.9%
89/279 • Number of events 152 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Sinusitis
22.9%
64/279 • Number of events 140 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Cough
19.4%
54/279 • Number of events 78 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Acute sinusitis
17.2%
48/279 • Number of events 80 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Oral candidiasis
14.3%
40/279 • Number of events 71 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Wheezing
14.3%
40/279 • Number of events 63 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Influenza
13.6%
38/279 • Number of events 48 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Pneumonia
13.3%
37/279 • Number of events 49 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
General disorders
Chest pain
11.8%
33/279 • Number of events 40 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Nasopharyngitis
10.0%
28/279 • Number of events 42 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Dyspnoea
8.6%
24/279 • Number of events 29 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Urinary tract infection
8.2%
23/279 • Number of events 41 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Nervous system disorders
Headache
7.9%
22/279 • Number of events 28 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Infections and infestations
Lower respiratory tract infection
6.8%
19/279 • Number of events 26 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Nausea
6.5%
18/279 • Number of events 25 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Back pain
6.5%
18/279 • Number of events 23 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Gastrooesophageal reflux disease
6.1%
17/279 • Number of events 21 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Vascular disorders
Hypertension
5.7%
16/279 • Number of events 19 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Immune system disorders
Hypersensitivity
5.7%
16/279 • Number of events 17 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Throat irritation
5.4%
15/279 • Number of events 17 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Rhinitis allergic
5.4%
15/279 • Number of events 18 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.
General disorders
Chest discomfort
5.0%
14/279 • Number of events 17 • 5 Years
Adverse events were collected from the time of first BT procedure through the 5-year follow-up.

Additional Information

G Mark Grubb

Boston Scientific Corp.

Phone: (412) 716-0717

Results disclosure agreements

  • Principal investigator is a sponsor employee
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