Can spirometric norms be set using pre- or post- bronchodilator test results in older people?

Can spirometric norms be set using pre- or post- bronchodilator test results in older people?

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is defined by post-bronchodilator spirometry. Data on “normal values” come predominantly from pre-bronchodilator spirometry. The effects of this on diagnosis are unknown.</p> <p&g...

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Main Authors: Kato Bernet, Gulsvik Amund, Vollmer William, Janson Christer, Studnika Michael, Buist Sonia, Burney Peter
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-11-01
Series:Respiratory Research
Subjects:
Normal values
BOLD study
European population
Online Access:http://respiratory-research.com/content/13/1/102

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