Guidance on the use of inhaler systems (devices) in children under the age of 5 years with chronic asthma

Where the 1997 BTS guidelines are currently being applied in practice, the guidance is unlikely to result in substantial change in NHS costs. The impact of referral patterns is difficult to predict. It is likely however to strengthen and improve the quality of primary care-based asthma therapy, thereby reducing the need for admission or outpatient referral.