Pulmonary function testing during SARS-CoV-2: An ANZSRS/TSANZ position statement.

ABSTRACT: The Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand (TSANZ) and the Australian and New Zealand Society of Respiratory Science (ANZSRS) commissioned a joint position paper on pulmonary function testing during coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in July 2021. A working group was formed via an expression of interest to members of both organizations and commenced work in September 2021. A rapid review of the literature was undertaken, with a 'best evidence synthesis' approach taken to answer the research questions formed. This allowed the working group to accept findings of prior relevant reviews or societal document where appropriate. The advice provided is for providers of pulmonary function tests across all settings. The advice is intended to supplement local infection prevention and state, t

SUBMITTER: Borg BM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9539179 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature