Timing of Spirometry May Impact Hospital Length of Stay for Cystic Fibrosis Pulmonary Exacerbation

ConclusionsAs CF researchers and clinicians work to improve management of PEx, the timing of spirometry during hospitalization remains an important question. Obtaining objective lung function data earlier during the course of therapy may provide information which can lead to reduced hospital LOS for PEx.

http://link.springer.com/10.1007/s00408-018-0082-1

Source: Lung - January 18, 2018 Category: Respiratory Medicine Source Type: research

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