Spirometry.
Recent data indicate that clinicians and researchers should dismiss the myth that preschoolers are unable to perform spirometry. Reproducible, acceptable flow-volume curves are possible in this age group; however, modifications to the ATS/ERS adult criteria are critical due to physiologic differences. Reference data is available and the clinical applicability of this technique is being evaluated.
Davis
Stephanie
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University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC, USA. stephanie_davis@med.unc.edu
D002648:Child; D005541:Forced Expiratory Volume / Q000502:physiology*; D006801:Humans; D015203:Reproducibility of Results; D015656:Respiratory Mechanics / Q000502:physiology*; D012140:Respiratory Tract Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000503:physiopathology; D013147:Spirometry