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  • Pulmonary Medicine
  • Respiratory Diagnostics
  • Patient-Reported Outcomes

Background:

  • Spirometry is crucial for diagnosing and managing respiratory conditions.
  • Updating technical standards for spirometry aims to enhance measurement accuracy and patient experience.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To gather patient perspectives on spirometry testing to inform updated technical standards.
  • To identify patient-reported challenges and preferences for improving spirometry procedures.

Main Methods:

  • An online survey was conducted in 10 languages, gathering data from 1760 respondents across 52 countries.
  • The survey focused on patient experiences, knowledge of spirometry metrics (FEV1), and perceived difficulties during testing.

Main Results:

  • Most respondents lacked understanding of forced expiratory volume in 1 second (FEV1) and their own results.
  • Commonly reported issues included being asked to continue blowing when no air felt present, coughing, tiredness, and shortness of breath concerns.
  • While generally acceptable, 17% of patients found spirometry difficult, highlighting a need for improved patient support.

Conclusions:

  • Patients desire comprehensive information before, during, and after spirometry, including medication guidance.
  • Operator communication and environmental adjustments can significantly improve patient comfort and test ease.
  • Providing patients with access to and understanding of their spirometry results is essential for their health management.