Seasonal Differences in FEV1 Response to Bronchodilation: A Comparison between Young and Elderly Patients

Summary: Background: The bronchodilation test is used to detect reversible airways obstruction, which is important for diagnosing asthma. Since asthma activity is influenced by seasons, with higher activity in the spring and fall, this study aimed to determine if the FEV1 response to bronchodilatio...

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Main Authors: Ching-Lung Liu, Chang-Yi Lin, Sheng-Hsiung Yang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taiwan Society of Geriatric Emergency and Critical Medicine (TSGECM) 2018-06-01
Series:International Journal of Gerontology
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1873959818300346