Predicted values for the forced expiratory flow adjusted for forced vital capacity, a descriptive study.
Claire Alette CoxJudith E VonkHuib A M KerstjensMaarten van den BergeNick H T Ten HackenPublished in: ERJ open research (2020)
We developed reference equations for FVC-adjusted FEF values. We demonstrated minimally yet significantly improved variability. Future studies in obstructive airway diseases should demonstrate whether it is worthwhile to use these (predicted) adjusted FEF values.
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