Guidelines recommend the confirmation of a COPD diagnosis with spirometry. Limited evidence exists, however, documenting the frequency of spirometry use in clinical practice. Methods: The National ...

When spirometry is unavailable, physicians can use the St. George’s Respiratory Questionnaire score plus peak expiratory flow to screen for COPD, according to data published in American Journal ...

Spirometry needs to be performed by a trained individual, which is often a respiratory therapist. Due to the destructive nature of COPD on patients’ lungs and well-being, timely diagnosis is key ...

The following is a summary of “Effect of a post-bronchodilator FEV 1 /FVC < 0.7 on COPD diagnosis and treatment: a regression discontinuity design,” published in the April 2025 issue of Respiratory ...

Preserved ratio impaired spirometry (PRISm) was associated with the development of airway obstruction over 10 years of follow-up, independent of smoking habits, with comparable odds for disease ...

Among older adults with established ASCVD, hospitalization for COPD increases risk for ASCVD hospitalization. The risk for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) hospitalization after chronic ...

Press ‘start’ below to begin the quiz on diagnosis of COPD. Forced inspiratory volume in one second (FEV1) which is >80% of the Forced Vital Capacity (FVC). FEV1 <70% of FVC. FEV1 <80% of the ...

Furthermore, no article on COPD can omit mention of smoking cessation and pulmonary rehabilitation. Our messaging to the Ministry of Health to fund both spirometry and pulmonary rehabilitation is ...

Oxygen therapy for COPD is a treatment used to increase the oxygen (O2) in your lungs and bloodstream. Research suggests that people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who use oxygen ...

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a challenge, but it isn’t one that needs to get in the way of a regular life. With a good diet, the right care, and some patience, you can live ...