Spirometric reference equations and lung function testing in adults from Southwestern Tanzania.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The increasing relevance of lung function testing in diagnosing and treating pulmonary diseases globally requires adequate spirometric reference equations. However, locally derived reference standards from African countries are widely missing.

Methods

This cross-sectional study was conducted in Southwestern Tanzania. Participants underwent a socio-demographic interview, anthropometric measurements and standardised spirometric lung function testing. Regression modelling was used to generate Tanzanian prediction equations for spirometry parameters forced vital capacity (FVC), forced expiratory volume in 1 sec (FEV₁) and the FEV₁/FVC ratio.

Results

Out of 400 recruited participants, 343 had usable spirometry results with respect to the Am

SUBMITTER: Wenzel R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11467849 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature