Exploration of health inequalities in patients treated with home non-invasive ventilation - Associations with respiratory healthcare burden

Wiktoria N. Milczanowska, Achaya Rajkumar, Nicholas J. Williamson, Oluwadamilare Falade, Laura Elliott, Amit S. Patel, Kai K. Lee, GKT School of Medical Education, s College London, Department of Physiotherapy, s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Department of Respiratory Medicine, s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Chronic Respiratory Disease

Published online on February 28, 2026

Abstract

Chronic Respiratory Disease, Volume 23, January-December 2026.
BackgroundHealth inequalities affect many respiratory diseases. However, little is known about the extent or impact amongst patients treated with home non-invasive ventilation (NIV). This study explored health inequalities faced by these patients and ...