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Spirometry.

Theodore G Liou1, Richard E Kanner

  • 1Division of Respiratory, Critical Care, and Occupational Pulmonary Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT 84132, USA. ted.liou@utah.edu

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Area of Science:

  • Pulmonary Medicine
  • Respiratory Physiology

Background:

  • Pulmonary function testing (PFT) is crucial for diagnosing and managing diverse lung diseases.
  • Spirometry is the most common PFT, essential for evaluating obstructive airway disorders.
  • It also assists in managing restrictive or mixed lung diseases.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the fundamental concepts of spirometry.
  • To outline spirometry testing procedures and result interpretation.
  • To provide an overview of reference equations for accurate PFT analysis.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on spirometry.
  • Analysis of basic concepts, testing protocols, and interpretation guidelines.
  • Compilation of information on established reference equations.

Main Results:

  • Spirometry's utility is contingent upon testing reproducibility, standardization, and quality.
  • Accurate interpretation necessitates the use of relevant reference equations.
  • The paper covers single-point and longitudinal spirometry interpretation.

Conclusions:

  • Spirometry is a valuable tool in respiratory medicine.
  • Standardized procedures and appropriate reference equations are vital for accurate spirometry.
  • This review offers a comprehensive guide to spirometry concepts and interpretation.