Time of maximal spirometric change after bronchodilator inhalation

Conclusion: Maximal spirometric changes after BD inhalation occur at times other than 1.0 sec. Alternative time points, where signals maximize, may increase sensitivity for determining BD responsiveness.

Source: European Respiratory Journal - December 6, 2017 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Hegewald, M., Bomberg, S., Linares-Perdomom, O., Jensen, R., Morris, A. Tags: Respiratory Function Technologists/Scientists Source Type: research