Comparative analysis of pulmonary function in children born preterm and full-term at 6–9 years of age

Abstract Objective: To compare pulmonary function parameters and the prevalence of altered pulmonary function in children born preterm and full-term, using the Global Lung Initiative reference values. Methods: This is a cross-sectional study with 6–9-year-old children submitted to measurement of air...

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Published in:Revista paulista de pediatria 2023-01, Vol.41
Main Authors: Gonzaga, Ana Damaris, Davidson, Josy, Goulart, Ana Lucia, Barros, Marina Carvalho de Moraes, Chiba, Sonia Mayumi, Santos, Amélia Miyashiro Nunes dos
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Summary:Abstract Objective: To compare pulmonary function parameters and the prevalence of altered pulmonary function in children born preterm and full-term, using the Global Lung Initiative reference values. Methods: This is a cross-sectional study with 6–9-year-old children submitted to measurement of airway resistance (Rint) and spirometry according to the American Thoracic Society and European Respiratory Society Technical Statement. The inclusion criteria were, among the preterm group: gestational age
ISSN:0103-0582
1984-0462
DOI:10.1590/1984-0462/2023/41/2021294