Longitudinal lung function in urban firefighters: A group-based multi-trajectory modelling approach.

Catherine Pendergrast Terry Boyle Alan J Crockett Roger Eston Kylie N Johnston

Published in: Respirology (Carlton, Vic.) (2022)

GBMTM defined distinct, plausible spirometry trajectory sub-groups. Firefighter longitudinal spirometry trajectory group membership was associated with BMI and respiratory disease or symptoms but not with self-reported smoking history or occupational factors.

Keyphrases

lung function
cystic fibrosis
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
air pollution
cross sectional
body mass index
smoking cessation