Quantitative start of test criteria for spirometry in preschool children

In conclusion, we suggest change the VBE limit of spirometric curves in preschool children to 95 ml and to reduce VBE/FVC (%) limit in children 4.0-5.9 years old.All children3.1-3.9 years4.0-4.9 years5.0-5.9 yearsVBE in ml (SD)60 (16)59 (18)61 (12)62 (19)VBE/FVC in % (SD)5.5 (1.5)6.6 (2.0)5.2 (1.0)4.8 (1.5)

Source: European Respiratory Journal - November 20, 2019 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Busi, L. E., Bonamino, V., Sly, P. D. Tags: Paediatric respiratory physiology and sleep Source Type: research