The utility of using peak expiratory flow and forced vital capacity to predict poor expiratory cough flow in children with neuromuscular disorders

The utility of using peak expiratory flow and forced vital capacity to predict poor expiratory cough flow in children with neuromuscular disorders

Background: Approximately one in every 1200 South Africans is affected by a neuromuscular disease (NMD). Weak respiratory muscles and ineffective cough contribute to the development of respiratory morbidity and mortality. Early identification of individuals at risk of respiratory complications, thro...

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Main Authors: Brenda M. Morrow, Lauren Angelil, Juliet Forsyth, Ashleigh Huisamen, Erin Juries, Lieselotte Corten
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: AOSIS 2019-06-01
Series:South African Journal of Physiotherapy
Subjects:
neuromuscular disorders
peak cough flow
forced vital capacity
spirometry
paediatric
Online Access:https://sajp.co.za/index.php/sajp/article/view/1296

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