Transcription of An update on contraindications for lung function ... - Thorax
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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.
Mar 31, 2010 · any contraindication needs to be tempered. The main principle of performing lung function tests is that the risks of the procedure will provide ... controlled trials (RCTs) published in this area. Each of these key issues will be reviewed in this paper and, where possible, new
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