Pediatric pulmonary function testing in asthma

Pulmonary function testing is an important tool in the management of asthma. Lung function can be readily assessed in both the office and patient's home. This article reviews spirometry, peak flow meters, and bronchial challenge testing. Their interpretation and clinical use are presented as we...

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Published inThe Pediatric clinics of North America Vol. 39; no. 6; p. 1243
Main Authors Mueller, G A, Eigen, H
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.12.1992
Subjects
Albuterol
Asthma - diagnosis
Asthma - physiopathology
Bronchial Hyperreactivity - diagnosis
Bronchial Provocation Tests
Child
Humans
Infant
Respiratory Function Tests
Spirometry
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Summary:Pulmonary function testing is an important tool in the management of asthma. Lung function can be readily assessed in both the office and patient's home. This article reviews spirometry, peak flow meters, and bronchial challenge testing. Their interpretation and clinical use are presented as well.
ISSN:0031-3955
1557-8240
DOI:10.1016/S0031-3955(16)38443-7