Transcription of An update on contraindications for lung function testing
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An update on contraindications for lungfunction testingBrendan G CooperABSTRACTG uidelines on contraindications for lung function testshave been based on expert opinion from>30 years contraindications to lung function testing areassociated with cardiovascular complications such asmyocardial infarct, pulmonary embolism or ascendingaortic aneurysm. Slightly less risky but still seriouscontraindications are predominantly centred on recoveryfrom major thoracic, abdominal or head surgery. Lessserious surgical procedures will present a possible risk,but the RR depends upon whether the lung function isessential or can wait until the patient s conditionimproves. In recent decades there have been movestowards less invasive surgical techniques, keyholesurgery and new technology such as laser surgery whichminimise the amount of collateral damage to surroundingtissues.
Mar 31, 2010 · There is a logical relationship between increasing blood pres-sure in the jugular vein and increased intracranial pressure, and an increase in the episcleral venous pressure, to an elevation of IOP.16 17 However, the association between arterial blood pres-sure and IOP is not entirely clear. While a number of studies
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