Phenotypes and endotypes of rhinitis and their impact on management: a PRACTALL report
- 24 January 2015
- Vol. 70 (5), 474-494
- https://doi.org/10.1111/all.12573
Abstract
Rhinitis is an umbrella term that encompasses many different subtypes, several of which still elude complete characterization. The concept of phenotyping, being the definition of disease subtypes on the basis of clinical presentation, has been well established in the last decade. Classification of rhinitis entities on the basis of phenotypes has facilitated their characterization and has helped practicing clinicians to efficiently approach rhinitis patients. Recently, the concept of endotypes, that is, the definition of disease subtypes on the basis of underlying pathophysiology, has emerged. Phenotypes/endotypes are dynamic, overlapping, and may evolve into one another, thus rendering clear‐cut definitions difficult. Nevertheless, a phenotype‐/endotype‐based classification approach could lead toward the application of stratified and personalized medicine in the rhinitis field. In this PRACTALL document, rhinitis phenotypes and endotypes are described, and rhinitis diagnosis and management approaches focusing on those phenotypes/endotypes are presented and discussed. We emphasize the concept of control‐based management, which transcends all rhinitis subtypes.Keywords
Funding Information
- European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology
- American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
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