Reference values for spirometry in elderly individuals: a cross-sectional study of different reference equations

ConclusionsThe present study showed meaningful differences in the reference values, and consequently, in the results obtained using NHANES III, ECSC, and GLI reference equations. The spirometry interpretation was also influenced by the reference equations used.

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Source: Multidisciplinary Respiratory Medicine - January 9, 2018 Category: Respiratory Medicine Source Type: research