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Interrupter resistance: what's feasible?

Nicole Beydon1

  • 1Debré APHP, Service de Pédiatrie Générale, 48 Boulevard Sérurier, 75019 Paris, France. nicole.beydon@rdb.ap-hop-paris.fr

Paediatric Respiratory Reviews
|June 27, 2006
PubMed
Summary

Interrupter resistance (Rint) offers an easy method to assess respiratory resistance in children with minimal cooperation. This review covers Rint measurement, calculation, repeatability, and bronchial responsiveness, providing technique recommendations.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Pulmonology
  • Respiratory Physiology

Background:

  • Interrupter resistance (Rint) is a valuable tool for assessing respiratory resistance.
  • It requires minimal subject cooperation, making it suitable for pediatric populations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To consolidate current knowledge on the technical and practical aspects of measuring Rint.
  • To discuss repeatability and bronchial responsiveness using the Rint technique.
  • To provide standardized recommendations for Rint measurement in infants and young children.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature and technical guidelines for Rint measurement.
  • Analysis of factors affecting Rint repeatability.
  • Discussion of Rint's application in assessing bronchial responsiveness.

Main Results:

  • Rint is a feasible method for evaluating respiratory resistance in young children.
  • Repeatability of Rint measurements can be influenced by various technical factors.
  • Rint can be used to assess bronchial responsiveness, though further standardization is beneficial.

Conclusions:

  • The Rint technique is a practical and accessible method for assessing respiratory resistance in pediatric populations.
  • Standardized protocols and recommendations are crucial for ensuring reliable and reproducible Rint measurements.
  • Further research and consensus on Rint application will enhance its utility in clinical practice and research.

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