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Peak expiratory flow rates in the elderly.

M R Koenigsberg1, D M Holden

  • 1Department of Family Medicine, State University of New York, Buffalo.

The Journal of Family Practice
|November 1, 1989
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Reference values for peak expiratory flow rates in adults over 65 are now available. This study establishes prediction equations for healthy older adults, aiding in clinical assessment and monitoring of respiratory health.

Area of Science:

  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Pulmonary Function Testing

Background:

  • Increasing interest in peak flow meters for medical practice.
  • Lack of established reference values for white adults aged over 65 years.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine reference values for peak expiratory flow rate in ambulatory adults aged 65 years and above.
  • To develop prediction equations for healthy peak expiratory flow rates based on age and height for each sex.

Main Methods:

  • Study of peak expiratory flow rate in ambulatory adults aged 65+.
  • Selection of healthy, nonsmoking subjects using stringent criteria.
  • Application of multiple linear regression to derive predictive equations.

Main Results:

  • Established prediction equations for peak expiratory flow rates in older adults (65+).

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  • Equations are sex-specific and based on age and height.
  • Comparison of results with published normal values for younger adults.

    • Conclusions:

    • Provides essential reference data for peak expiratory flow rates in the elderly.
    • Facilitates better clinical assessment and monitoring of respiratory function in older populations.
    • Discusses the efficacy of peak flow rates in geriatric care.