Comparison of FEV1 reference equations for evaluating a cystic fibrosis therapeutic intervention
ConclusionsAlthough individual patient results are impacted by the choice of reference equations, the study conclusions from this evaluation of a therapeutic intervention were minimally affected. GLI equations are recommended for future studies, but prior results based on other equations should be accepted as reliable.
Source: Pediatric Pulmonology - Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Michael W. Konstan, Jeffrey S. Wagener, Donald R. VanDevanter, David J. Pasta, Stefanie J. Millar, Wayne J. Morgan, Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE: CYSTIC FIBROSIS Source Type: research