Review article

Selection of spirometric tests in evaluation of ventilatory capacity

E. Žuškin ; Škola narodnog zdravlja »Andrija Štampar« Medicinskog fakulteta Sveučilišta u Zagrebu, Zagreb, Hrvatska
F. Pavičić ; Bolnica za tuberkulozu pluća i plućne bolesti, Jordanovac, Zagreb, Hrvatska
B. Kanceljak ; Bolnica »Dr J. Kaifeš«, Zagreb, Hrvatska

Abstract

Tests for clinical and epidemiological studies of ventilatory capacity are presented. Relative value of various spirometric parameters in detection of restrictive and obstructive ventilatory changes is illustrated. The methodology for ventilatory capacity assessment is described. Evaluation of spirometric tests is discussed. Instruments for lung function testing are also reviewed.

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Hrčak ID:

157610

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/157610

Publication date:

10.10.1984.

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