[PFTing in children aged 3-5 years : which material, which measurements].
Lung function testing in children 3 to 5years of age is possible using equipment and techniques suitable for this age group. The use of different techniques will depend on the child's ability as well as on the technician's skill to use specific techniques. This review will detail the techniques that are easily available for routine lung function assessment in private practice or in hospital laboratory.
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Unité fonctionnelle de pneumologie pédiatrique, hôpital Robert-Debré, 48, boulevard Sérurier, 75935 Paris cedex 19, France. nicole.beydon@rdb.aphp.fr
D002675:Child, Preschool; D003299:Cooperative Behavior; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011369:Professional-Patient Relations; D012016:Reference Values; D012129:Respiratory Function Tests / Q000379:methods* / Q000523:psychology / Q000592:standards; D012131:Respiratory Insufficiency / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000523:psychology