CHEST releases new adult bronchiectasis management guideline

The American College of Chest Physicians (CHEST) has issued a new clinical guideline for the management of adult bronchiectasis, published in the peer‑reviewed journal CHEST. The document outlines a systematic approach to care, aiming to harmonize treatment practices across institutions and improve patient outcomes.

The guideline presents 13 evidence‑based recommendations covering diagnosis, pharmacologic therapy, airway clearance, infection control, and follow‑up strategies. Each recommendation is supported by a graded assessment of the literature, providing clinicians with clear criteria for selecting interventions and monitoring disease progression. The publication also highlights gaps in current knowledge and suggests areas for future research.

By establishing a unified framework, the guideline seeks to reduce variability in bronchiectasis care and promote best practices. Clinicians are encouraged to integrate these recommendations into routine practice to enhance consistency and quality of treatment for adult patients with this chronic lung condition.