| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8941068 | Pulmonology | 2018 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Our study showed a weak correlation between X5% and tracheal narrowing making it unclear whether IOS can be used for physiological assessment of patients with tracheal stenosis. Stenosis length correlated with PEF making it a potential predictor of successful surgical approach. The correlation between IOS and spirometric values makes IOS a potential alternative in patients with suspected tracheal stenosis who are not able to perform spirometry. Larger scale studies should clarify the role of IOS in this pathology.
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Authors
R. Linhas, F. Lima, D. Coutinho, J. Almeida, S. Neves, A. Oliveira, I. Ladeira, R. Lima, S. Campainha, M. Guimarães,