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Screening spirometry to detect respiratory allergy.

I Cirillo1, C Klersy, G Marseglia

  • 1Ospedale Marina Militare, La Spezia, Italy.

European Annals of Allergy and Clinical Immunology
|October 25, 2006
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Mild spirometric impairment, specifically reduced forced expiratory flow at 25-75% (FEF25-75), may indicate early allergic disorders. This suggests spirometry screening could help identify individuals with potential allergies in the general population.

Area of Science:

  • Pulmonary Medicine
  • Allergology
  • Diagnostic Spirometry

Background:

  • Forced expiratory flow at 25-75% (FEF25-75) may indicate early bronchial impairment in allergic rhinitis.
  • Allergic rhinitis is a common condition affecting respiratory health.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate if spirometric abnormalities can predict the presence of allergies during a screening visit.
  • To assess the utility of spirometry in identifying potential allergic disorders.

Main Methods:

  • Spirometry was performed on 283 Navy soldiers.
  • Fifty-four soldiers with slight spirometric anomalies underwent further testing, including skin prick tests, spirometry, and methacholine bronchial challenge.
  • Allergic rhinitis and bronchial hyperreactivity were assessed.

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Main Results:

  • 87% of subjects with spirometric anomalies were sensitized to allergens.
  • Reduced FEF25-75 values were observed, with significant improvement after bronchodilation.
  • Bronchial hyperreactivity was present in 28 sensitized subjects.

Conclusions:

  • Mild spirometric impairment, particularly FEF25-75 abnormalities, can raise suspicion for allergic disorders.
  • Spirometry may be a valuable tool for screening the general population for potential allergies.
  • Early detection of spirometric changes can guide further allergic investigations.