A pulmonologist discusses the history and influence of race-based reference equations in pulmonary function testing interpretation and patient care.

1 The George Institute for Global Health, UNSW, Sydney, Australia 2 The George Institute for Global Health, Imperial College London, London, UK 3 Harefield Respiratory Research Group, Guy’s and St ...

Researchers in Sweden conducted a real-world clinical study involving 123 participants (mean age, 33 years; 67% females) with asthma-like symptoms to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of dynamic ...

Incentive spirometry (IS) is a therapeutic technique to promote maximal inspiration with breathing exercises via a handheld device which gives visual feedback, with the aim of reducing pulmonary ...

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Normal spirometry was seen in 63% of the patients with sarcoidosis, with abnormal pulmonary function tests more likely in men. Pulmonary function tests (PFTs) are frequently normal in patients with ...

Values-based leadership is crucial for engagement and decision-making. It remains relevant and essential today. In a world in which some high-profile leaders appear to be operating without values, ...